What Happens If We Solve Extinction?

The video discusses the decline of the American chestnut tree due to a fungal blight and the role of biotechnology in conservation efforts. It highlights the biodiversity crisis caused by human activity, with many species at risk of extinction. The video explores the potential of biotechnology, including genetic rescue and D extinction, to save endangered species. Examples like the bucardo and woolly mammoth illustrate the possibilities and challenges of D extinction. Ethical considerations and the integration of traditional conservation methods with biotechnology are also discussed.

What was the impact of the Asian chestnuts brought to North America in the late 1800s?

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How did William Powell's team contribute to the conservation of the American chestnut tree?

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How does the extinction rate today compare to natural extinction rates?

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In what ways can biotechnology aid in conservation efforts?

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What role does genetic diversity play in the survival of species?

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What does the term 'D extinction' refer to in the context of biotechnology?

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What is the significance of the Bucardo in the context of D extinction?

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How can altering the genome of living animals help in conservation?

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What challenges are associated with resurrecting extinct species like the woolly mammoth?

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What are the potential risks of using synthetic biology in conservation?

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