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Are Dire Wolves Back? The Science & Ethics of De-Extinction


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Published in Science and Technology on Tuesday, May 27th 2025 at 10:42 GMT by WGME   Print publication without navigation

  • In Jurassic Park, scientists bio-engineered dinosaurs by splicing preserved dino DNA with modern-day frog DNA.

The podcast episode from "Science, Ethics, and De-extinction: DNA Science Fiction" on WGME discusses the intriguing possibility of bringing back the extinct dire wolf through de-extinction technologies. It explores the scientific advancements that could potentially recreate this ancient species, known from popular culture like "Game of Thrones," and delves into the ethical considerations of reviving extinct animals. The episode features discussions on the genetic engineering techniques involved, the ecological impacts of reintroducing such species, and the moral questions about playing a role in nature's course. It also touches on the public's fascination with dire wolves and how this interest fuels the debate over de-extinction.

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[ https://wgme.com/news/offbeat/are-dire-wolves-back-the-science-ethics-de-extinction-dna-science-fiction-podcast ]

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