Resurrection biology — the endeavor to revive strings of molecules and more complex organisms — is making strides in laboratories globally. While far from the genetically engineered dinosaurs of "Jurassic Park," scientists aspire to de-extinction, resurrecting lost animals and plants. Some researchers explore ancient pathogens, seeking new drugs or sounding alarms, while others recreate elements of human history to understand our ancestors. 1. Reviving 'Zombie' VirusesWarmer Arctic temperatures thaw permafrost, potentially awakening dormant viruses after thousands of years. Professor Jean-Michel Claverie aims to understand risks by resurrecting viruses from Siberian earth samples. His research isolates ancient viruses, revealing potential public health threats. 2. Hunt for New AntibioticsPresidential Assistant Professor César de la Fuente mines ancient DNA for bacteria-fighting peptides. Using Neanderthal and ice age creature DNA, he identifies compounds for battling drug-r...