The concept of Genetically Engineered Catgirls (GECG) represents a long-standing joke within anime and tech circles, often framed as the ultimate goal of modern science. The meme gained significant traction following tweets from tech billionaire Elon Musk, who playfully suggested that his companies might pursue the creation of feline-human hybrids. It typically serves as a humorous commentary on the perceived slow pace of scientific progress or as a satirical goal for the future of biotechnology. Users often pair the text with futuristic imagery or use it to contrast real-world scientific achievements against the internet's absurd desire for anime characters come to life.