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Oxford and Chester Zoo Launch Revolutionary 'Poo Zoo' Project

3/17/2025

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Oxford University and Chester Zoo are pioneering the innovative "Poo Zoo" project, which non-invasively collects viable cells from animal feces. This groundbreaking approach seeks to tap into genetic diversity to combat extinction in endangered species. Early achievements include successfully isolating living cells from mouse and elephant dung, paving the way for future conservation efforts.

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Oxford University and Chester Zoo are pioneering the innovative "Poo Zoo" project, which non-invasively collects viable cells from animal feces. This groundbreaking approach seeks to tap into genetic diversity to combat extinction in endangered species. Early achievements include successfully isolating living cells from mouse and elephant dung, paving the way for future conservation efforts.