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Colossal targets $20B+ valuation to fuel mammoth revival and other deeptech ambitions
technology1 month ago

Colossal targets $20B+ valuation to fuel mammoth revival and other deeptech ambitions

Colossal Biosciences is pursuing a fundraising round expected to value the company at $20–$30 billion as it moves from pre-revenue to revenue, advancing de-extinction and synthetic biology efforts such as hatching chicks from artificial eggs and pursuing an artificial mammal womb; it collaborates on genetic vaults with the U.S. government and Dubai's Museum of the Future and has spun off Breaking (plastic degradation) and Form Bio (DNA analytics), all amid a booming deeptech scene and ongoing ecological-risk criticism; Colossal did not comment.

via Axios|
#artificial-womb#colossal-biosciences#deeptech-biotech
"Ethical Concerns and Potential Benefits of Artificial Wombs for Premature Babies"
health-technology2 years ago

"Ethical Concerns and Potential Benefits of Artificial Wombs for Premature Babies"

Surgeon Christoph Haller and his team are developing an artificial womb to help extremely premature babies survive and avoid complications, using a pig fetus as a test subject. The technology aims to allow fetuses to mature more physiologically and could be a game changer in treating extreme prematurity. While generating excitement, the prospect of an artificial womb raises ethical concerns and questions about safety, candidacy, and moral status. The FDA is discussing the latest scientific efforts and ethical issues surrounding artificial wombs, while researchers are optimistic about the potential to save babies but acknowledge the need for careful regulation and consideration of potential misuse.

via NPR|
#artificial-womb#bioethics#health-technology
"FDA Advisers Tackle Ethical and Logistical Challenges of Artificial Womb Technology"
health2 years ago

"FDA Advisers Tackle Ethical and Logistical Challenges of Artificial Womb Technology"

Independent advisers to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are discussing the regulations, ethics, and possibilities of creating an artificial womb to increase the survival chances of extremely premature babies without long-term health problems. While no such device has been tested in humans, similar ones have been used successfully in animals. Prematurity is the leading cause of death in children under 5, and an artificial womb could help address this issue. The FDA committee is considering the data and regulations required for human trials, as well as ethical considerations and long-term effects. The FDA makes its own decisions and is not bound by the advisers' recommendations.

via KSL.com|
#artificial-womb#ethics#fda
FDA Panel Evaluates Safety and Ethics of Artificial Wombs for Preterm Births
health2 years ago

FDA Panel Evaluates Safety and Ethics of Artificial Wombs for Preterm Births

Independent advisers to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are meeting to discuss the regulations, ethics, and possibilities of creating an artificial womb to increase the chances of survival for extremely premature babies without long-term health problems. Preterm births are the leading cause of death for children under the age of 5, and premature babies face a lifetime of health issues. An artificial womb could help a small number of infants born before 28 weeks of pregnancy, delivering oxygen, nutrients, and hormones to aid in their development. The FDA will consider data from animal trials and discuss regulations, ethics, and clinical considerations before potentially approving human trials.

via CNN|
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