Reviving the Dodo: Insights from Paleogenetics

This chapter explores the challenges and breakthroughs in paleogenetics through the lens of the dodo bird research. It discusses the author's journey from academia to a private company focused on de-extinction, outlining the significance of DNA analysis and the engineering of species for conservation. The complexities of de-extinction, including biological, technical, and ethical considerations, are examined alongside the innovative technologies being developed to support these efforts.