Russian scientists plan to bring woolly mammoths backSeptember 23, 2018 - 15:38 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - There are plans for scientists in Russia to attempt to bring woolly mammoths back from extinction. It might all sound a bit like Jurassic Park but it's a serious project, BBC says. Experiments will involve searching for and studying whole cells in the remains of well-preserved ancient animals, such as mammoths, to see if it is possible to clone them after they've become extinct. The research will take place in the territory of Yakutia which is officially called the Sakha Republic, a part of the Russian Federation. It is an incredibly large area with almost half of it lying within the Arctic Circle. The freezing temperatures there mean a number of ancient animals have been found pretty well preserved in permafrost. Permafrost is a thick subsurface layer of soil that remains below freezing point throughout the year. Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads. Partner news | Scholz hopes Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty will be signed this year German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be signed this year. Ucom equips four bus stops in Ijevan with free Wi-Fi Ucom now provides free Wi-Fi coverage in smart bus stops in four communities of Ijevan. Armenia, Russia discuss life extension of Metsamor nuclear plant Issues regarding the extension of life of the 2nd power unit of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant were discussed in Yerevan. Armenians stage more campaigns against territorial concessions to Azerbaijan Protesters blocked more roads across Armenia on Friday, April 26 in continuing attempts to scuttle territorial concessions to Azerbaijan. |