Secrets From Ancient Feces: Dead Children’s Cave in Mexico Unveils Chilling Pathogen Puzzle

Secrets From Ancient Feces: Dead Children's Cave in Mexico Unveils Chilling Pathogen Puzzle

“There is a lot of potential in the application of modern molecular methods to inform studies of the past,” researcher Joe Brown remarked. “Highly sensitive and specific targeted assays can complement sequencing approaches when specific targets are of interest. We look forward to continuing this collaborative work to better understand the presence and movement of pathogens in ancient samples.”


After reading about the study of the 1,300-year-old paleofeces found in Mexico, discover the story of Moloch, the pagan god of child sacrifice. Or, learn about Mictlantecuhtli, the Aztec god of death and the underworld.

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