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Ötzi the Iceman's second life

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Sebastian Kirschner
April 29, 2025

Over 30 years after his discovery, Ötzi the 5,300-year-old ice mummy may soon get a high-tech preservation upgrade. Scientists are developing a groundbreaking method to conserve ancient mummies – no freezing required.

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