5,300-year-old Ötzi mummy still “alive”? Scientists discover active microbes inside

Scientists have made a startling discovery about Ötzi the Iceman. Microscopic life within his ancient body is still active. These ancient bacteria and yeast are not just preserved, they are metabolically alive. This challenges what we thought about extreme cold preservation. Some yeast populations have even grown. This raises concerns for museums about protecting historical remains.