ScienceAlert July 16, 2026 • 20:02

Ancient DNA Finally Solves a 16th-Century Murder Mystery - ScienceAlert

By David Nield

Ancient DNA Finally Solves a 16th-Century Murder Mystery - ScienceAlert

The Grand Duke Francesco de Medici, a prominent politician in the Tuscany region of Italy in the 16th century, died under mysterious circumstances in 1587 – with the suddenness of his death giving rise to rumors that he'd been poisoned.

The Grand Duke Francesco de Medici, a prominent politician in the Tuscany region of Italy in the 16th century, died under mysterious circumstances in 1587 with the suddenness of his death giving rise… [+4482 chars]

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