Recently, scientists have developed a new approach to efficiently generate sterile allopolyploids, or polyploid organisms with two different sets of chromosomes from two different species. This method uses a combination of gene-editing tools and chemical treatments to create polyploids that are sterile, avoiding the risk of uncontrolled hybridization. By preventing these hybrids from reproducing, researchers can create new varieties of plants and animals with desirable traits without the risk of them spreading into the wild. This approach will open up a wide range of possibilities for researchers to explore, leading to improved varieties of crops, livestock, and other species.

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source: Phys.org