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Scientists have taken a giant leap forward in the quest to bring extinct creatures back to life. The latest research from Japan’s Kindai University has revealed that cells from a woolly mammoth that died 28,000 years ago show signs of life.
This incredible breakthrough provides conclusive evidence that even mammoth bones dating back 28,000 years could still contain functional nuclei. It is plausible that a specimen similar to this one may be brought back to life.
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Thanks to advances in science and technology, experts at Kindai University have now made progress in bringing this extinct creature back to life. They have successfully removed nuclei from mammoth cells and inserted them into oocytes from mice
By fusing mammoth cell nuclei with mouse oocytes and then adding mouse proteins, researchers discovered that some of the mammoth cells were fully capable of nuclear reconstitution.. Evidence of biological processes was observed in the 28,000-year-old specimen’s cells.
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While the possibility of recreating a woolly mammoth is exciting, there are some who question the need to do so Researchers have since been curious about the biological elements of the mammoth and whether or not they are still viable after all these centuries.
To evaluate the mammoth DNA for its potential to still perform functions, researchers collected samples of muscle and bone marrow from the animal’s leg. These were then studied to see whether or not they had intact nucleus-like structures, which, if so, were removed.
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The 2011 discovery of a woolly baby mammoth in Siberia was an important event. It was remarkable to find a specimen in such good condition, especially one that was 28,000 years old when the species went extinct.
Many argue that bringing back an extinct race is unnecessary, and resources should be directed towards protecting the animals currently at risk of extinction. However, many scientists working to recreate one using genome editing remain optimistic that they will soon succeed.
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Five of the cells even had extremely encouraging signs of activity that are normally seen just before cells divide. This discovery opens up the possibility of bringing this extinct species back to life.
In conclusion, the latest scientific breakthrough from Kindai University is a significant development in the quest to bring extinct creatures back to life. While there are ethical concerns surrounding the resurrection of extinct species, this research shows that it may be possible to do so As technology continues to advance, we may one day witness the return of the woolly mammoth and other extinct creatures.
H/T: beautyofplanet.com
