Return of the Dire Wolf: Is it a game of clone?

Copyright © HT Digital Streams Limit all rights reserved. Science Shouvik Das 3 min read 09 Apr 2025, 05:30 AM IST Scientists withdrew genome data from excavated woolen bffosis and used it to rewrite the genomic sequence of the usual wolf or canis lupus. (AP/PTI) Summary scientists at Colossal used genetic reconstruction to recreate the prolonged species-which is popular by the HBO hit program, Game of Thrones. On Monday, Colossal Biosciences, a genetic engineering, showed an unlikely cub to the world – the dire wolf. The species, which was once commonly found in the Americas, has been extinct for more than 10,000 years. Is human immortality also around the corner? How did the extinct ominous wolf return? Scientists at Colossal used genetic reconstruction to recreate the long-thinking species-which is popular by the HBO hit program, Game of Thrones. Scientists have withdrawn genome data from excavated woolen bffossils and used it to rewrite the genomic order of the ordinary wolf or canis lupus. It then used this no -sequence and reproduced the dire wolf cubs – with a variety of tame dog species serving as a mother. With the help of AI as a mainstay for the genetic engineering of the dire wolf sequence, three dire wolf dolls – two male, one female – were offered to the world. Read also | Donald Trump has also stepped oil prices, do we deceive death or save our lives? The development has revived a number of philosophical questions, but scientists now believe that the technology is essential. US government agencies warn that 30% of global biodiversity will be lost by 2050, and scientists say that with genetic reconstruction, critically endangered species can be saved in the long term of extinction. Opposing voices warn that the interference of too much with the natural selection process of animal extinction can lead to an imbalance of life. In the long run, most believe that genetic mutation, cloning and redesign in the wrong hands can be deadly. Read also | Will FY26 be the year of the Indian consumer? Are other species on their way to the resurrection? Yes. Colossal’s most famous scientific experiment is to revive the woolly mammoth. Last month, it created a woolly mouse as part of a miniature experiment. This mouse could successfully repeat the unique fat metabolism of the mammoth, the Dodo -Bird and the Tasmanian tiger are also part of genetic experiments under colossal. Read also | Bumpy: Impact of Karnataka HC Bode on Bicycle -Taxis Does it also affect people? Genetic reconstruction is currently limited to animals, as human genome sequences are much more complicated. For humans, genes -editing instruments such as Crispr, as well as AI analysis -models such as Alphafold, are used for health purposes. Scientists believe genetic weaknesses can strengthen over time, which can lead to health conditions that can be deadly. Research institutions, including the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) in India, are working on genetic research for health. Is there a trade -in behind the headings? Experts have warned that genetically cultivated and mutated species of species cannot survive in nature. However, Colossal’s dire wolves have so far thrived in a controlled natural environment for more than six months. Experts believe that while genetic engineering can be used to make species more resilient for global climate shifts, the real proof of technology is likely to be reliable for decades. ‘Jurassic Park’-like questions about the balance of life and predators were also raised. Catch all the business news, market news, news reports and latest news updates on Live Mint. Download the Mint News app to get daily market updates. More Topics #Primer #Science New #News Mint Specials