Scientists announce plans to sequence the entire genome of King Richard III . Members of the public will also be able to access the genome , and even compare it to their own genome to see if they share a genetic link with the last Plantagenet king . Monarch 's remains were found buried beneath a parking lot in English city of Leicester in England . Tests may reveal Richard III 's eye and hair color , and predisposition to certain diseases . Genome analysis to be carried out before burial and samples are controversially reburied .
Scientists announce plans to sequence the entire genome of King Richard III . Monarch 's remains were found buried beneath a parking lot in English city of Leicester in England . Tests may reveal Richard III 's eye and hair color , and predisposition to certain diseases . Genome analysis to be carried out before burial and samples are controversially reburied .