Breakthrough in Woolly Mammoth Revival Effort

Scientists create crucial stem cells from elephant DNA, marking a significant step towards bringing back mammoth-like creatures.

Colossal Biosciences has achieved a significant milestone in its quest to revive the woolly mammoth by creating induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) from Asian elephant cells.
The creation of iPSCs is a crucial step towards generating mammoth-like creatures, as these cells can potentially develop into any tissue in the body.
The project aims not only to bring back mammoth-like animals but also to apply the research towards conservation efforts and understanding elephants' resistance to cancer.
Despite the progress, the creation of a mammoth-like creature faces numerous challenges, including ethical considerations and the technical difficulties of gene editing and embryo development.
Colossal Biosciences aims to produce a mammoth-like creature by 2028, although this ambitious goal involves overcoming significant scientific and ethical hurdles.