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flag Scientists found possible da Vinci-linked DNA in a Renaissance drawing, but confirmation is pending.

flag Scientists may have extracted trace DNA from a Renaissance-era drawing linked to Leonardo da Vinci, finding male Y-chromosome sequences matching a Tuscan genetic lineage. flag The discovery, from a chalk drawing called Holy Child and a letter by a cousin, suggests a possible familial connection but does not confirm the DNA came from da Vinci himself due to lack of confirmed descendants and disturbance of his burial site. flag The minimally invasive technique preserved the artifacts while revealing microbial, plant, and environmental DNA, offering insights into historical materials and contexts. flag The research, not yet peer-reviewed, is part of a broader effort to understand Leonardo’s life and legacy through genetic analysis of historical artifacts.

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