MIT researchers have developed a groundbreaking method for gene editing that significantly reduces errors, making gene therapy safer and more effective for treating genetic diseases. This innovative approach promises a future of precise genomic alterations with fewer side effects.
A groundbreaking study shows that taking a low dose of aspirin daily can significantly reduce the risk of colorectal cancer recurrence by 55% for patients with specific PI3K pathway mutations. Learn how this common pill could change lives!
This week in science: researchers discover genome-driven evolutionary mutations, an ant species that clones workers, a carotenoid with anti-tumor properties, and a primordial black hole that challenges galaxy formation theories!
Discover the extraordinary pygmy sea horse, a tiny marvel of evolution that carries its young inside its body, safe from coral venom. Learn how genetic mutations shape this unique creature's survival.
A groundbreaking study finds a strong link between air pollution and DNA mutations in lung cancer cases among non-smokers, raising urgent public health concerns.
Emily Kramer-Golinkoff, a cystic fibrosis patient with a rare mutation, highlights the struggles of those left behind as gene therapies show promise for others. Her journey underscores the need for equitable treatments in rare genetic conditions.
A groundbreaking study reveals that a biologic drug may delay Alzheimer's symptoms in individuals with genetic predispositions. With promising results, researchers emphasize the importance of continued funding for further investigation.
Experts are sounding the alarm about the potential for an H5N1 bird flu pandemic, urging immediate action to prevent severe illness and ensure equitable vaccine access worldwide. With recent cases and mutations, the time to act is now!
In an exciting breakthrough, researchers have engineered 'wooly mice' with long fur reminiscent of the woolly mammoth. This innovative gene editing could pave the way for mammoth resurrection, but significant challenges remain.
Discover how DNA mutations and epigenetic changes intertwine to influence the biological aging process, shedding light on the intricate mechanisms of aging and potential implications for future research.
