Chinese Scientists Keep Monkey Alive for 180 Days with Gene-Edited Pig Kidney, Japan Follows

Dec 1, 2024, 02:39 AM

Chinese scientists have successfully kept a monkey alive for six months after transplanting a gene-edited pig kidney into it. This significant advancement in xenotransplantation was reported by various sources, highlighting the potential for future human applications. The procedure involved a kidney genetically modified for human compatibility, marking a first in Japan where a similar experiment was conducted. The macaque, which received the transplant in China, survived over 180 days post-operation, demonstrating the viability of such cross-species organ transplants.