"Scientists Extract Genetic RNA from Extinct Tasmanian Tiger, Paving the Way for Species Resurrection"

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"Scientists Extract Genetic RNA from Extinct Tasmanian Tiger, Paving the Way for Species Resurrection"
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Scientists have successfully recovered genetic material, specifically ribonucleic acid (RNA), from the remains of an extinct Tasmanian tiger. This breakthrough discovery provides valuable insights into the biology and genetic activity of these creatures before their extinction. The recovered RNA came from skin and muscle samples stored since 1891 in a museum in Stockholm, Sweden. This is the first time RNA has been recovered from an extinct animal, and it could aid in understanding the gene complements and active genes of extinct species. While there are challenges in using genetic processes to recreate extinct animals, further research on the biology of these extinct animals is advocated.

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