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Bringing Back Extinct Species

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About This Trend

The concept ofresurrection biologyis centered on the revival or recreation of extinct species. The impacts of climate change and the steady march of ecosystem loss are leading to the rapid extinction of plant and animal species across the world. Notably, resurrection biology might be critical not just to bring back long-lost species, but to reverse the ongoing extinction of current species.

Trend Updates

Feb. 26, 2024 — Seismic shift in everyday usage

  • More people than ever are using this technology and it is now more evident that it will be part of the ongoing landscape...

Feb. 26, 2023 — Federal Regulations spike Demand

  • Because of continued interest in this technology and a favorable environment for growth...

Feb. 26, 2021 — Pandemic recalibrates supply

  • People are unable to create and devote time to innovating this critical technology now

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