Woolly mammoths soon to be resuscitated by a biotechnology company: hope for the planet?
In a bold move, biotech company Colossal is preparing to resurrect the legendary Woolly Mammoths by 2027, according to a recent publication by medium.com. This bioscience company has developed a ten-step plan to bring these prehistoric giants back to life, opening the door to exciting new perspectives in the field of synthetic biology.
The first step in this ambitious process is to locate well-preserved samples of Woolly Mammoths. This step proves to be relatively easy, as these creatures often lived in cold regions where frost and ice preserved their carcasses in remarkable condition. Some of these discoveries have allowed scientists to collect samples of hair, skin, tusks, meat, and even stomach contents.
The second stage involves the sequencing of the woolly mammoth genome, while the third stage focuses on the sequencing of the Asian elephant genome. Colossal points out the great genetic similarity between these two species, sharing 99.6% of their genetic makeup.
The fourth step is to identify the essential genes that allowed woolly mammoths to thrive in cold and hostile environments.
The fifth step is dedicated to the substitution of elephant DNA sequences with corresponding woolly mammoth DNA sequences.
The sixth step involves modifying the relevant genes using those previously identified as conferring cold hardiness, thereby creating a new breed of elephants adapted to cold climates. The seventh step verifies that the cells have the genetically modified characteristics using stem cell technology.
The eighth step involves fusing the nucleus of the modified cells with a collected Asian elephant egg.
The ninth step is to implant the resulting embryo into an Asian elephant surrogate mother, and finally, the tenth step is to care for the surrogate mother throughout the gestation and birth of the Mammoth fetus.
Colossal plans to use breakthrough CRISPR genome-editing technology to close the meager 0.4% genetic gap between mammoths and Asian elephants.
Colossal’s initiative goes beyond simply resurrecting these mythical creatures. The society believes that the reintroduction of the Woolley Mammoths will have positive effects on the environment. They predict increased carbon sequestration through increased plant and herbaceous growth, enhanced nutrient cycling, and improved soil texture to facilitate deep winter frost penetration.
Additionally, Colossal believes that altering plant topology will contribute to albedo, increasing the reflection of sunlight back into space. This new plant topology will also promote evapotranspiration, thereby reducing soil moisture and waterlogging problems.
The company therefore envisions a future where Woolly Mammoths are not only fascinating creatures, but also key players in preserving the environment and fighting climate change. This resuscitation adventure could well be a game-changer for our planet, offering unexpected solutions to today’s environmental problems.
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2023-09-02 23:38:31
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