Se-Jin Lee, MD, PhD and colleagues at the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics at John Hopkins University have created freakishly strong mice. The scientists first blocked the protein myostatin, then overproduced the protein follistatin to produce a mouse with four times the muscle mass of normal mice. The de-skinned photos seen here show the small vs. the large mouse. I foresee a military line of super-human mutant-soldiers in our future...
Implications - And not only is that terrifying, it could form the basis of a great movie. Think about it: optimistic professors at Johns Hopkins trying to research drug usage when something goes horribly wrong and 'roided up mice take control. Sounds like a blockbuster to me.
What's Driving This Trend
- Genetically Altered Animals
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring the potential of genetically modifying animals for enhanced traits and capabilities.
- Muscle Enhancement Technology
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing new technologies and therapies to enhance muscle growth and strength in humans.
- Bioengineering
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Advancing the field of bioengineering to create genetically modified organisms with desired traits.
Who This Affects Most
- Pharmaceuticals
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing new drugs and treatments based on the understanding of genetic pathways that regulate muscle growth.
- Military & Defense
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring the use of genetically enhanced animals or humans for military applications, such as super-soldiers.
- Entertainment & Film
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating captivating stories and movies inspired by the potential consequences and ethical dilemmas of genetic manipulation.
