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Extinct tiger's DNA reactivated



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Published Date: 20 May 2008
DNA from an extinct animal has been reactivated in the laboratory for the first time.
Scientists from the University of Melbourne in Australia took genetic material from the Tasmanian tiger – officially declared extinct 70 years ago – and inserted it into mouse embryos, where it played a role in developing cartilage and future bone.





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  • Last Updated: 19 May 2008 10:01 PM
  • Source: The Scotsman
  • Location: Edinburgh
 
1

postmark54,

Chongqing, China, 20/05/2008 02:26:38
The mouse that roared.
2

Findlay Thompson,

20/05/2008 12:52:00
I pity the poor pussycat that attempts to capture one of these savage mice! Think of the size of the exercise wheel you will need for its cage! In addition, feeding it, at least 30 lbs of meat a day!!

 

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