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Does a Scottish museum hold the key to a real-life Jurassic Park?

9 July 2019

The idea of dinosaurs roaming the earth, as they did millions of years ago, is usually the preserve of fantastical storylines — like those of the Jurassic Park franchise.

But what if there really is a chance of making that fantasy a reality?

Much like the science behind the re-introduction of dinosaurs to Isla Nublar in the books and movies, there’s potential for dinosaur DNA to be found in the blood of prehistoric insects preserved perfectly in amber.

Insects like these can be found in The National Collection Centre in Granton, which houses some of the Scottish National Museum’s artworks and artefacts.

So, much like the nation’s infamous – yet ultimately fictitious – philanthropist John Hammond, could Scotland hold the key to dinosaurs roaming earth once again?