It’s One Small Step For Mice, One Giant Leap For Mammoth-kind

Scientists at Colossal Biosciences have successfully engineered mice with woolly mammoth-like traits by modifying seven genes, creating thicker, curlier fur and metabolic changes adapted for cold climates.

The breakthrough shows the feasibility of recreating complex evolutionary traits, providing proof of concept for Colossal’s de-extinction efforts, including plans to bring back the woolly mammoth.

While researchers argue this technology could aid biodiversity and climate efforts, critics question its practicality, ethical concerns, and whether true de-extinction is even possible.