Younghyun Lee

Ms. Younghyun Lee

Gyeongsang National University, Jinju, Republic of Korea
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Academic Career Length

5Years (2022-Present)

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17 November 2022 in Animals
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RVRajneesh Verma
Rajneesh Verma
Younghyun LeeYounghyun Lee
Younghyun Lee
DSDaniel Felipe Salamone
Daniel Felipe Salamone
Induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) technology is an emerging technique to reprogram somatic cells into iPSCs that have revolutionary benefits in the fields of drug discovery, cellular therapy, and personalized medicine. However, these applications are just the tip of an iceberg. Recently, iPSC technology has been shown to be useful in not only conserving the endangered species, but also the revival of extinct species. With increasing consumer reliance on animal products, combined with an ever-growing population, there is a necessity to develop alternative approaches to conventional farming practices. One such approach involves the development of domestic farm animal iPSCs. This approach provides several benefits in the form of reduced animal death, pasture degradation, water consumption, and greenhouse gas emissions. Hence, it is essentially an environmentally-friendly alternative to conventional farming. Additionally, this approach ensures decreased zoonotic outbreaks and a constant food supply. Here, we discuss the iPSC technology in the form of a “Frozen Ark”, along with its potential impact on spreading awareness of factory farming, foodborne disease, and the ecological footprint of the meat industry.