The Methuselah worm: The oldest university in the U.S. is home to the world's oldest ribbon worm
Phys.org • 12/9/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025
Summary
William & Mary Biology Professor Jon Allen has discovered the world's oldest ribbon worm, named Baseodiscus the Eldest, in his lab. According to Phys.org, this finding adds to the list of significant scientific discoveries made by chance.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
37 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
6
Tier (0-10)
Phys.org
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score45/100
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- 2025-12-09The Methuselah worm: The oldest university in the U.S. is home to the world's oldest ribbon worm (current)
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Source Reputation: Low-trust source (6/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 37 days - proven survivor
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