‘Jurassic Park': Using AI, scientists try reviving extinct Wolves, Woolly mammoths
Biotech firm Colossal Biosciences is using AI and CRISPR gene editing to attempt the de-extinction of species like the dire wolf and woolly mammoth. While the company draws comparisons to Jurassic Park, they emphasize that their work focuses on species lost in more recent history.
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This research represents a significant intersection of biotechnology and artificial intelligence, raising ethical and scientific questions about ecological restoration.
The aim of bringing long-lost creatures back from the dead has jumped from the silver screen into modern laboratories. Through advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models, CRISPR gene editing and ancient DNA extraction, Texas-based biotechnology firm Colossal Biosciences is actively working to resurrect extinct beasts, including ancient dire wolves and woolly mammoths, drawing frequent comparisons to Jurassic Park. Speaking with CNBC, Colossal CEO and co-founder Ben Lamm embraced the Hollywood comparisons with a touch of humour, but was quick to draw a firm line between cinema and science.“I think anyone that saw Jurassic Park in the 90s and didn’t say it was cool, like I don’t think they’re probably very fun at parties,” Lamm joked, adding, “But yes, I saw the movies. I love them. They entertained us. They scared us. I constantly have to remind people on X that, you know, they were movies.
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