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21. Ben Novak on Revive & Restore: leveraging biotechnology for de-extinction
21. Ben Novak on Revive & Restore: leveraging biotechnology for de-extinction
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53 minutes
Released:
Oct 18, 2022
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Podcast episode
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Ben Novak is lead scientist at Revive & Restore, where he leads the de-extinction efforts – especially the group’s restoration of the extinct passenger pigeon. He is also the lead coordinator for its conservation cloning projects and Program Manager for Revive & Restore’s new Biotechnology for Bird Conservation. In this episode, we dive deep into the applications of biotechnology in de-extinction, genetic modification for climate adaptation, and the ethical arguments for and against biotechnology for conservation. Links: Ben Novak's profile, including more links to his publications!Revive and Restore websiteIntended Consequences Statement The Great Passenger Pigeon ComebackSupport the show
Released:
Oct 18, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
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