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PLoS One July 2009 PMID 19277206

Mystery solved: the identification of the two missing Romanov children using DNA analysis.

Michael D Coble, Odile M Loreille, Mark J Wadhams, Suni M Edson, Kerry Maynard, Carna E Meyer, Harald Niederstätter, Cordula Berger, Burkhard Berger, Anthony B Falsetti, Peter Gill, Walther Parson, Louis N Finelli

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The overall tone is one of acknowledgment and interest, with examples like mentions of different beliefs about the remains ('The Russians believe it was Maria, the Americans think Anastasia') and appreciation of the DNA evidence. The words used convey respect for the scientific proof while also noting ongoing debates, reflecting a balanced but engaged perspective.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions accept the DNA findings as definitive proof of the Romanov children's identities, indicating general alignment with the article's conclusions.

InterestHigh interest

There is high curiosity and interest, as reflected in references to multiple theories and the significance of the discovery.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts show some critical engagement, mentioning varying opinions and the scientific process, though not deeply analyzing the methodology.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions recognize the discovery's historical importance, but many posts are more reactionary than transformative, resulting in a moderate impact score.

Abstract in brief

  • The Romanov family, the last Russian monarchy, was executed in 1918, and their remains were buried in mass graves, with doubts lingering about whether all the remains truly belonged to them.
  • In 2007, amateur archeologists found additional remains near the original graves, and forensic DNA testing confirmed that these belonged to the missing Romanov children, Tsarevich Alexei and one of his sisters.
  • The DNA analyses, including mitochondrial DNA and STR testing, provided strong evidence that resolved the mystery of the fate of the Romanov children, confirming their identities beyond doubt.
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Irene
@IreneC_Bgv · X

Mystery Solved: The Identification of the Two Missing Romanov Children Using DNA Analysis #genetics #DNA #forensics #anthropology https://t.co/royYR6fAVQ

Jan 21, 2021 · 1 like · 384 followers View post →
Lynda Prince MD
@allaroundanne · X

@CptMorgan117 @DavidaCamQraniQ @Thekeksociety Well the Russians believe it was Maria, the Americans think Anastasia- apparently DNA analysis only tells that it was a daughter. https://t.co/qtb33SeLRD

Jun 6, 2024 · 1,661 followers View post →
Raquel Pascual Antón
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Tamara Alexis Updates
@TamaraAlexis · X

Mystery Solved: The Identification of the Two Missing Romanov Children Using DNA Analysis - Funding: This study was funded by the U.S. Armed Forces DNA Identification Laboratory and the Innsbruck Medical University, Innsbruck, Austria. https://t.co/ruPjvkyUi7

Aug 24, 2020 · 832 followers View post →
Tamara Alexis Updates
@TamaraAlexis · X

PLOS ONE: Author Info - The Hollywood WHO done it -Roman Off berring straight incompletions to Helen Bach and the three mouse Skit tears crying games -truth floats on a family tree pierre leap years Austria’s styrian vampires - Spielberg https://t.co/b33YMlqxLQ

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Lynda Prince MD
@allaroundanne · X

@CptMorgan117 @DavidaCamQraniQ @Thekeksociety Well the Russians believe it was Maria, the Americans think Anastasia- apparently DNA analysis only tells that it was a daughter. https://t.co/qtb33SeLRD

Jun 6, 2024 · 1,661 followers View post →
Jan Štýs
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@martin_anty @PavelFiala19 @DrabovaDana Vědci z Institutu Maxe Plancka totožnost zavražděných členů carské rodiny naopak potvrdili. Opravdu s těmi historickými událostmi nakládáte naprosto volně, ale to už tak prokremelské filcky mají ve zvyku. https://t.co/owsx3OnYQ3

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Raquel Pascual Antón
@pasanton · X

Para saber más: https://t.co/tmhNUUAecq

Apr 9, 2021 · 1,032 followers View post →
Irene
@IreneC_Bgv · X

Mystery Solved: The Identification of the Two Missing Romanov Children Using DNA Analysis #genetics #DNA #forensics #anthropology https://t.co/royYR6fAVQ

Jan 21, 2021 · 1 like · 384 followers View post →
Tamara Alexis Updates
@TamaraAlexis · X

PLOS ONE: Author Info - The Hollywood WHO done it -Roman Off berring straight incompletions to Helen Bach and the three mouse Skit tears crying games -truth floats on a family tree pierre leap years Austria’s styrian vampires - Spielberg https://t.co/b33YMlqxLQ

Aug 24, 2020 · 832 followers View post →
Tamara Alexis Updates
@TamaraAlexis · X

Mystery Solved: The Identification of the Two Missing Romanov Children Using DNA Analysis - Funding: This study was funded by the U.S. Armed Forces DNA Identification Laboratory and the Innsbruck Medical University, Innsbruck, Austria. https://t.co/ruPjvkyUi7

Aug 24, 2020 · 832 followers View post →
Kaoz in the Dystopian Capitalism
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@Ranito21 https://t.co/IP4asqFdXW

Jul 4, 2019 · 220 followers View post →