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Should we send a frozen backup for life to the Moon?

Should we send a frozen backup for life to the Moon?

Mornings with Simi

August 5, 20247m 33sbonus

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Show Notes

Scientists have proposed a bold plan to preserve Earth’s biodiversity by creating a vault on the moon filled with preserved samples of endangered species.

By proposing this ambitious plan, scientists hope to spark international collaboration and discussions on extreme measures needed to protect biodiversity.

Guest: Dr. Mary Hagedorn, Senior Research Scientist at the Smithsonian National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute

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