Gene editing technology can help de-extinct some animals — but should it?
Summary
Marketplace Tech explores Colossal Biosciences' ambitious de-extinction efforts, featuring CEO Ben Lamb and his "woolly mice" proof-of-concept. The episode contrasts Lamb’s vision of using gene editing to revive mammoths and protect endangered species with paleoecologist Jacqueline Gill’s skepticism regarding the ethics and viability of such projects. Host Amy Scott examines the $10 billion valuation and CIA-backed funding behind these controversial climate mitigation strategies.
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Marketplace Tech intro and host Megan McCarty Carino
Sixth mass extinction and Colossal Biosciences intro
Woolly mice as proof of concept for de-extinction
Skepticism on viability and ethics of mammoth revival
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Colossal's valuation, CIA backing, and bio-vault plans
Marketplace Tech outro and How We Survive promo
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