Chinese scientists deliver world’s first cloned yak via cesarean section in Tibet
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Chinese scientists have successfully cloned a yak, born via C-section in Tibet on July 11. The healthy 73.9-pound calf represents a significant advancement in high-altitude livestock breeding, aiming to enhance yak quality for improved productivity and disease resistance. This project, led by Zhejiang University researchers, used somatic cell cloning and whole-genome selection to support food security, transportation, and traditional herding lifestyles in the region.
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