A Real-Life Jurassic Park? ₹2,000 Crore Raised to Bring Extinct Species Back

Jan 18, 2025 Komal Das

Colossal Biosciences raised $200 million to revive extinct species, led by TWG Global's Mark Walter and Thomas Tull

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"Colossal leads in AI, biology, and genetic engineering for de-extinction and conservation," said Mark Walter, highlighting alignment with TWG Global's values

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Colossal's valuation has reached $10.2 billion, with $435 million in total funding, following breakthroughs in de-extinction and endangered species preservation

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The funding will boost genetic engineering for conservation and healthcare. CEO Ben Lamm said it will help expand the team and de-extinction efforts

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Colossal has attracted investors like Peter Jackson and Jeff Wilke, and collaborates with 16 universities, with facilities in Dallas, Boston, and Melbourne

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Colossal supports conservation, including endangered birds and the northern white rhinoceros, with investors like USIT, Animal Capital, and Breyer Capital

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