Ötzi the Iceman's body was found by a German tourist in 1991. (Eurac Research via SWNS)
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Scientists at Eurac Research in Italy have obtained a detailed picture of the microbial community associated with Ötzi. (Eurac Research via SWNS)
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In samples of internal tissue, the researchers were able to detect genetic material from bacteria belonging to Ötzi's original gut flora. (Eurac Research via SWNS)
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The research team analyzed ice from the surface as well as meltwater from inside the mummy. (Eurac Research via SWNS)
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Genetic analysis revealed a relationship with strains from extremely cold regions such as Antarctica. (Eurac Research via SWNS)
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The findings of the study were published in the journal Microbiome. (Eurac Research via SWNS)
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