Scientific analysis of a human skeleton discovered at Tarrant Hinton in Dorset has shed new light on life – and the transmission…
Anglo-Saxon law codes speak of facial mutilation as a punishment for certain crimes, but until recently no archaeological evidence had been found…
In this month’s ‘Science Notes’, we explore the evolution of the Y chromosome in Neanderthals and Denisovans (an extinct subspecies of humans,…
A large study, led by researchers from the University of Copenhagen, has mapped the DNA of the Viking world. The results paint…
New DNA research into the evolution and spread of the plague has shown that during the first documented pandemic (AD 541-750) there…
A new temporary exhibition presents the latest research into the remains recovered from the Mary Rose, revealing new details about a diverse…
A recent ancient DNA study looking at the genetics of Neolithic Britons provides strong evidence to suggest that the shift to farming…
Our cover feature takes us 16 years back in time to revisit a justly famous Essex excavation. Found in 2003, the burial…
For this month’s ‘Science Notes’, CA’s Deputy Editor Kathryn Krakowka visited the ancient DNA (aDNA) lab at the Natural History Museum in…
Three of our features this month focus on finds recently declared ‘Treasure’ according to the 1996 Treasure Act – legislation that has…