New Life Found In Ancient Tombs
Wednesday, October 1, 2008 - 13:07
in Paleontology & Archaeology
Life has been discovered in the barren depths of Rome's ancient tombs, proving catacombs are not just a resting place for the dead. The two new species of bacteria found growing on the walls of the Roman tombs may help protect our cultural heritage monuments, according to research published in the International Journal of Systematic and Evolutionary Microbiology.