A nematode survived 46,000 years in permafrost : NPR
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A nematode found deep in frozen sediment has proven its ability to survive extreme environments long term. Scientists studying the species say their work could inform the protection of other animals.
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Worms Frozen for 46,000 Years Are Alive
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A nematode survived 46,000 years in permafrost : NPR
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A worm that survived 46,000 years in permafrost wows scientists
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Scientists woke up a 46,000-year-old roundworm from Siberian
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46,000-Year-Old Dormant Nematode Roundworm Revived Back to Life
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Scientists Revive 46,000-Year-Old Nematodes From Siberian Permafrost
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Siberian roundworm revived after 46,000 years in permafrost
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Scientists found 46,000-year-old roundworms alive beneath the