Organoids have been used to great effect in the fight against a major pest species: the European rabbit. Recent studies have shown that a virus-based organoid derived from the European rabbit can significantly reduce the population of this species. The virus-based organoid works by infecting the rabbits and causing systemic organ failure, which leads to death within a few days. This method of pest control is both humane and highly effective, with studies showing that the population of rabbits can be reduced by up to 90% in just one season. This breakthrough is sure to be a game changer in pest control, and could be applied to other pest species as well.

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source: Phys.org