Is GEDmatch safe? Genetic privacy under scrutiny
Rare diseases are one of the leading causes of disability worldwide
Use of artificial neural networks (ANNs) in biotechnology
A new type of gene therapy has been approved for a phase 2 trial in people
Low particle pollution can be dangerous, too
New discoveries in human genetic variation
Gender equality in biological sciences
Risk factors behind certain health conditions
Humans and chimps share 98 percent of genes
Genetic information and environmental factors
Technology
It is hoped that one-and-done gene therapy will prevent the death of dopamine neurons in…
Sue Horton, an associate professor of psychiatry at the University of Kansas School of Medicine…
Genetic Engineering and Society
In 2019 law enforcement agencies in Florida gained warrant to access GEDmatch – genetic database…
Some of these differences are biologically significant, and have contributed to human health and well-being.…
Scientific Discoveries
Even the smallest particles in the air, the particulate matter that can be measured in a particle counter, can cause lung inflammation and potentially disease.…
As far as the invisible bacteria are concerned, a big part of the debate about our cultural appreciation of bacteria has been whether we should…
Severe carbon monoxide (CO) intoxication is a life-threatening condition that has been increasing in prevalence and affecting a greater number of patients. A major challenge…
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Quote of November 2019
The approach is so simple it could be undertaken in a backyard lab. Huge applications across many fronts, but also raises many concerns. Another chapter opens in our genetic future.
– About new method of CRISPR delivery. Described here: gene editing via spraying.