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Colossal Biosciences Launches Dubai Biovault to Save Endangered Species

2/5/2026

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Colossal Biosciences opened a biovault in Dubai under the Perpetual Planet Initiative with Rolex and CNN to store samples from 10,000 species, including the 100 most endangered.
Co-founder Ben Lamm says genetic preservation is essential to prevent species extinction.
Experts warn biobanks should complement, not replace, conservation efforts.
The UAE invested $60 million; Colossal aims to build a global network of biovaults and engage the public in biodiversity protection.

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Colossal Biosciences opened a biovault in Dubai under the Perpetual Planet Initiative with Rolex and CNN to store samples from 10,000 species, including the 100 most endangered.
Co-founder Ben Lamm says genetic preservation is essential to prevent species extinction.
Experts warn biobanks should complement, not replace, conservation efforts.
The UAE invested $60 million; Colossal aims to build a global network of biovaults and engage the public in biodiversity protection.