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How the dire wolf was brought back (Colossal Biosciences’ Ben Lamm) | Rapid Response

About Ben

  • Co-founder & CEO of Colossal Biosciences, valued at $10B in 2025.
  • Led Colossal in achieving the first resurrection of the extinct dire wolf.
  • Serial founder with multiple successful exits: Hypergiant, Conversable, Chaotic Moon, Team Chaos.
  • Fellow of the Explorer’s Club; advisor to the Planetary Society and Arch Mission Foundation.
  • Spearheaded breakthroughs in de-extinction and conservation biotech, inspiring global media attention.
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Resurrecting dire wolves is just the beginning
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