Proteins from the extinct rhino Epiaceratherium itjilik, dated to 23 million years ago, have been partially sequenced. This finding suggests better protein preservation than previously believed and allows insights into evolutionary relationships and biology from older species. Meanwhile, scientific investigators, who seek to uncover flaws in research, raise alarms about their work being taken out of context, with claims of misconduct being used to discredit the scientific enterprise as a whole, potentially misleading the public about the reliability of science.
Proteins extracted from the remains of an extinct rhino species (Epiaceratherium itjilik) are among the most ancient ever sequenced, allowing researchers to partially sequence 7 proteins.
This new sequencing indicates that proteins survive better than previously thought, enhancing the potential for uncovering molecular insights about evolutionary relationships, biological sex and diet.
Concerns arise that the work of scientific sleuths is being misused to suggest that science itself is inherently flawed, misinterpreting retractions as evidence of broader issues.
Elisabeth Bik highlights that the misuse of research sleuths' findings could mislead the public into thinking science lacks credibility, as illustrated by claims regarding Alzheimer's disease.
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