Genome Sequencing Breakthrough
and the University of Melbourne's TIGRR Lab have sequenced the most complete Tasmanian tiger genome to date, estimating it to be over 99.9% accurate.
The genome was assembled from a well-preserved specimen and aims to aid in understanding thylacine biology and de-extinction efforts, despite containing 45 gaps that researchers plan to close.
De-Extinction and Conservation Efforts
The project not only targets the thylacine's resurrection but also advances artificial reproductive technologies for marsupials, potentially aiding the survival of other species.
Colossal has also made progress in assisted reproductive technologies, successfully triggering ovulation in the fat-tailed dunnart, a close relative of the thylacine, for future de-extinction trials.