Scientists in Sweden have conducted the first-ever analysis of the RNA of an extinct animal.
The Tasmanian tiger, which has been extinct since the 1930s, is the subject of their research.
Marc Friedländer, an associate professor of molecular biology at Stockholm University, participates in a conversation with CBS News regarding the implications of the breakthrough for the field of science.
This innovative research illuminates the genetic composition of the Tasmanian tiger, offering valuable insights into its biology and evolution.
Scientists aspire to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the distinctive characteristics of this extinct species and potentially contribute to the conservation efforts of other endangered species by analyzing its RNA.
