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EPISODE · Jul 5, 2025 · 15 MIN

How to bring a frog back from the dead … well, nearly

from The Science Show - Separate stories podcast · host Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Nearly two decades ago, a small group of scientists in Australia came surprisingly close to resurrecting the extinct gastric brooding frog. Hear from the scientists involved about the highs and lows of de-extinction efforts, and the challenges facing researchers today. 

Nearly two decades ago, a small group of scientists in Australia came surprisingly close to resurrecting the extinct gastric brooding frog.  Hear from the scientists involved about the highs and lows of de-extinction efforts, and the challenges facing researchers today.

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