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Ancient genome of the Chinese Emperor Wu of Northern Zhou.
Current biology : CB - 8 Apr 2024
Du Panxin, Zhu Kongyang, Qiao Hui, Zhang Jianlin, Meng Hailiang, Huang Zixiao, Yu Yao, Xie Shouhua, Allen Edward, Xiong Jianxue, Zhang Baoshuai, Chang Xin, Ren Xiaoying, Xu Yiran, Zhou Qi, Han Sheng, Jin Li, Wei Pianpian, Wang Chuan-Chao, Wen Shaoqing
Abstract excerpt
Emperor Wu (, Wudi) of the Xianbei-led Northern Zhou dynasty, named Yuwen Yong (, 543-578 CE), was a highly influential emperor who reformed the system of regional troops, pacified the Turks, and unified the northern part of the country. His genetic profile and physical characteristics, including his appearance and potential diseases, have garnered significant interest from the academic community and the...
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