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Richard III DNA Test Sparks Controversy
The University of Leicester plans to sequence the full genome of medieval king Richard III, but not everyone thinks the gene sequencing is scientifically relevant or ethical.
King Richard III's Genome To Be Sequenced
Having discovered the lost skeleton of English King Richard III, scientists are now turning to the monarch's genome to illuminate his ancestry and health.
The 10 Best Science Stories of 2013
Dinosaurs, medieval kings, elementary particles and life below the ice. These are a few of the most exciting scientific discoveries and stories of 2013.
Richard III Tomb Design Sparks Controversy
Displeased with the Leicester Cathedral's tomb design, some members of the Richard III Society are reportedly pulling their funds from the medieval king's reinterment.
Stately Tomb Design for Richard III's Reburial Revealed
British officials have revealed their plans for a regal reburial of King Richard III, whose body was discovered in a hastily-dug medieval grave under a parking lot in Leicester, England, last summer.
Infected and Hunched: King Richard III Was Crawling With Roundworms
King Richard III, portrayed as a villain in the Shakespeare play of the same name, suffered from a roundworm infection during his lifetime, according to a new study.
