An expert describes the theory behind the fusion in Dragon Ball Z and how this research could lead to humans becoming Namekians in the future.
Cell engineer professor Naoki Wada held an interview with the official Dragon Ball website on November 23, 2023. According to the article, Wada is a member of the world’s first cell fusion team human and plant cells. His theory of Dragon Ball-like union — the Zygote Bonding Theory — would require both participants to return to the fertilized egg, or zygote. These zygotes then fuse with each other and rapidly grow to become a single individual. Zygotes fusing together in real life is extremely rare but can still happen, forming what is called a “natural fusion”.
As Professor Wada explains, “Human cells have two sets of genetic information, one set from the father and one set from the mother.” In general, new cells are created by old cells duplicating themselves (somatic cell division), resulting in cells again having two sets of information. However, when sperm and egg cells are created, they only have one set – half of them. This process of forming cells with only one set is called meiosis. Gotenks, a merged chimera, will contain four sets of information. This means that if cell division occurs, it will form cells with two sets of information, according to Professor Wada. These cells will quickly grow back into Goten and Trunks.
Naturally, there are problems with this theory that need to be resolved – for example, how could one grow cells fast enough for Fusion to be useful in battle? Human zygote development usually takes 9 months. There also needs to be some way for Gotenks to retain his memory during and after the fusion process ends. However, Professor Wada’s current area of research could signal the next step for humanity, or Namekianity. “Well, as far as the research I’m involved in,” he revealed, “there are studies underway to find out whether the chloroplasts that plants need for photosynthesis can be used in cells. animal or not. If successful, this research could lead to the creation of animal cells that can carry out photosynthesis. It could even lead to life forms like the Namekians in the distant future. (Laugh)”
If the technology becomes viable, there will likely be great demand for it. A gender-swapped Vegeta cosplay represents fans’ desire to become like the beloved Z Fighters. Attack on Titan has announced the Gamer Fuel Spinal Fluid drink, where people can drink the “spinal fluid” that is popular in the series. This may suggest that people are willing to give up part of their humanity to have a good time.
However, while the distant future may be as green as Piccolo, the near future is Dragon Ball Daima – the upcoming anime series and latest addition to the Dragon Ball franchise, the trailer of which is already attracting attention. interest since its release in October. The official synopsis for Dragon Ball Daima reads: “Due to a conspiracy, Goku and his friends are turned small. To fix things, they will go to a new world! It’s a grand adventure filled with intense action in a mysterious and unknown world.”
Source: Dragon Ball website