Genome-edited pig liver filters blood of brain-dead man
A genome-edited pig liver effectively filtered blood in a brain-dead man for three days, showcasing a potential temporary solution for acute liver failure...
The total genetic information of an organism. A complete copy of the genome is found in most body cells.
by Yan Lau
A genome-edited pig liver effectively filtered blood in a brain-dead man for three days, showcasing a potential temporary solution for acute liver failure...
by Olivia Goff
Whole genome sequencing data from 500,000 British volunteers has been released globally by UK Biobank, for scientific research...
by Professor Helen Firth and 3 others
Professors Helen Firth, Clare Turnbull and Anneke Lucassen and Dr Robin Lachmann respond to the publication of an initial list of 223 rare conditions that will be investigated as part of Genomics England's Generation Study...
CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing can result in the unintended deletion of a region associated with cancer...
A chimeric monkey has been created using embryonic stem cells with two different sets of genes, a new study has demonstrated...
A CRISPR-based treatment for sickle cell disease is one step closer to approval after an advisory committee for the US Food and Drug Administration met to review its safety...
by Olivia Goff
Newly discovered genetic variants could provide a better undersanding of migraines, as well as targets for the development of new types of treatments...
Data stolen from genetic testing company 23andMe has been made available for sale online, specifically targeting users with Ashkenazi Jewish heritage...
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