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  "path": "/ancient-sponge-discovery-may-rewrite-the-origins-of-animal-life/",
  "publishedAt": "2026-03-16T11:44:38.000Z",
  "site": "https://scitechdaily.com",
  "tags": [
    "Biology",
    "Evolution",
    "Marine Biology",
    "Uppsala University",
    "Zoology"
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  "textContent": "A newly identified sponge order, Vilesida, produces sterols linked to the oldest-known animal biomarkers, supporting the idea that animals evolved earlier than previously believed. Researchers at the Museum of Evolution at Uppsala University have identified a previously unknown order of marine sponges named Vilesida. These sponges produce chemical compounds that could potentially be useful in [...]",
  "title": "Ancient Sponge Discovery May Rewrite the Origins of Animal Life"
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