This week in science news, a breakthrough gene therapy shows promise in treating Huntington's disease, while a Vancouver man regains his sight through a revolutionary tooth-in-eye surgery. Additionally, Super Typhoon Ragasa wreaks havoc across Asia, and new studies reveal shocking links between pollution and health.
Scientists have engineered a modified strain of Salmonella to combat cancer, showing promise in colorectal cancer treatment in mice. This innovative approach could revolutionize cancer therapies.
In a groundbreaking announcement, gene therapy company uniQure revealed an experimental treatment that has slowed the progression of Huntington's disease. Although still in early testing, this could signal new hope for patients battling this devastating condition.
A historic pig lung transplant into a brain-dead human patient lasted nine days, showcasing the potential and challenges of xenotransplantation. While the patient faced organ rejection, this experiment opens new avenues in medical science.
In a pioneering experiment, doctors in China successfully transplanted a genetically modified pig lung into a brain-dead patient, marking a significant step in xenotransplantation research despite challenges in organ rejection.
Surgeons have achieved a remarkable milestone by transplanting a genetically modified pig's lung into a brain-dead human, showcasing the potential of xenotransplantation amidst ongoing organ shortages. However, experts caution that much work remains before this can be considered a viable option for living patients.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s drastic funding cuts to mRNA vaccine research could stymie medical breakthroughs and push scientific talent away from the U.S., experts warn.
A groundbreaking procedure in the UK allows for babies to be born with DNA from three people, aiming to prevent genetic disorders. This medical intervention could change the future of reproductive health.
In a historic medical breakthrough, eight healthy babies were born in the UK using a pioneering IVF technique that incorporates DNA from three parents to prevent genetic disorders. This revolutionary procedure offers hope to families at risk of mitochondrial diseases.
A groundbreaking study reveals that innovative blood tests may detect cancer years before diagnosis. With the potential to change cancer treatment, learn how these tests could save lives in the future.
