Wasabi could help preserve ancient Egyptian papyrus artefacts

Ancient and fragile papyrus samples are at risk of being damaged by fungi, but a wasabi-based treatment can disinfect them without damage

By: New Scientist

Mar 18 2024
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Wasabi could help preserve ancient Egyptian papyrus artefacts — Wasabi could help preserve anc

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