Colossal Biosciences aims to revive traits of extinct species through genetic engineering. With a focus on the woolly mammoth and dodo bird, the company utilizes ancient DNA analysis. Recently, scientists edited seven genes in mice embryos to produce 'Colossal woolly mice' with thick fur. While the technology is innovative and has garnered interest, some experts remain skeptical, questioning the conservation implications of such methods and stressing that these feats do not equate to true resurrection of extinct species.
Colossal's approach involves editing genes in living animals to replicate traits of extinct species. While exciting, it's not a true resurrection of the past.
The feat of creating mice with woolly hair shows promise in genetic engineering, leveraging CRISPR technology for efficiency and precision in editing genes.
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