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The smell of Egyptian mummies is revealing 2,000-year-old secrets
Mummification has fascinated historians and scientists for centuries, yet many details about how ancient Egyptians preserved the dead have remained unclear. Wanyue Zhao, Research Associate in Organic Geochemistry at the University of Bristol, said: "The findings mark a significant step forward in improving our understanding of Egyptian history and the fascinating ritual of mummification. The research, published in the Journal of Archaeological Science , analyzed 35 samples of balms and bandages from 19 mummies.
