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UAE and Colossal Biosciences to Build Genetic 'Noah's Ark' in Dubai
The BioVault will initially preserve genetic material from 100 endangered species with plans to expand to millions of samples, addressing biodiversity loss projected to threaten half of species by 2050.
- On Feb. 3, 2026, the United Arab Emirates government announced a major initiative with Colossal Biosciences, including a $60,000,000 investment and a permanent BioVault at Dubai's Museum of the Future.
- Facing accelerating species loss, the collaboration aims to create the first Colossal BioVault to support de-extinction and safeguard biodiversity, as by 2050 nearly half of Earth's species could face extinction.
- Using Colossal's technology, the Colossal BioVault and World Preservation Lab will preserve living cell lines and genetic data, initially prioritizing 100 species with plans for millions from more than 10,000 species.
- The Museum of the Future will serve as a permanent hub for research, prioritizing fieldwork and DNA studies in its first year, with construction starting soon and completion slated for 2027.
- With the UAE's contribution, Colossal's first BioVault at the Museum of the Future plans more global sites, expanding resources for de-extinction efforts and funding to over $600 million.
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