Anadolu Agency

Turkey launches first anthropology DNA laboratory

Turkey has launched its first "ancient DNA laboratory" which will conduct scientific research on mummified remains of Anatolian civilizations dating back 10,000-15,000 years.
The molecular anthropology laboratory at Hacettepe University (HU) in Turkey's capital Ankara will examine hereditary and bacterial diseases of ancient humans and animals.

Thousands of wild animals back to life

The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry last year treated 12,178 wounded wild animals.
Speaking to the state-run Anadolu Agency due to the March 3 World Wildlife Day, Agriculture and Forestry Minister Bekir Pakdemirli mentioned the importance of protecting the endangered species and wild animals in terms of Turkey's biodiversity.

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