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Resurrecting the Past: The Science of De-Extinction
This chapter explores the complex processes involved in de-extinction, particularly the genetic engineering of a mammoth-like creature from Asian elephants. It discusses the challenges of genetic editing, gestation differences between species, and the ecological implications of resurrecting extinct animals like the dodo and Tasmanian tiger. The conversation highlights the advances in DNA editing technologies and the ethical considerations surrounding these scientific efforts to bring extinct creatures back to life.