"Colossal has the audacious goal of resurrecting extinct species like the woolly mammoth, Tasmanian tiger and dodo bird. In the process, Colossal has been generating both excitement and disdain. Enthusiasts say the company could be creating invaluable tools not only to resurrect ancient species, but also to save creatures on the brink of extinction."
"It's a rare look inside how 260 geneticists, reproductive biologists, ecologists and other scientists are pushing the limits of technologies such as gene-editing, cloning and artificial intelligence to turn the fantasy of Jurassic Park into a different kind of reality."
"Critics say the company's goals are far-fetched and its claims exaggerated. They question whether it would be ethical or safe to bring back extinct species, even if it were possible."
Colossal Biosciences, a de-extinction and conservation company founded by Ben Lamm, operates a 55,000-square-foot laboratory in Dallas with 260 scientists working to resurrect extinct species including woolly mammoths, Tasmanian tigers, and dodo birds. The company employs advanced technologies such as gene-editing, cloning, and artificial intelligence to achieve these goals. Supporters believe Colossal's work could produce valuable tools for both resurrecting ancient species and preserving endangered animals. However, critics dispute the company's claims, questioning the feasibility of de-extinction and raising ethical and safety concerns about reintroducing extinct species into modern ecosystems.
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