genetics
CRISPR enhancements: improving the ability to delete genes
Posted in Science on 9th Mar, 2016
by Alex Muller
Scientists have found a way to improve the efficiency of the gene editing technology, CRISPR/Cas9.
Whole-genome sequencing test for under $1,000
Posted in Science on 8th Mar, 2016
by Alex Muller
For $999, Veritas Genetics Will Put Your Genome on a Smartphone App. If the claim is true, it would shatter a long-held barrier in genetic medicine.
Mutated gene safeguards against heart attacks
Posted in Science on 8th Mar, 2016
by Alex Muller
If this gene were switched off with medications it could reduce the risk of coronary disease significantly.
Algae DNA could help the blind see in upcoming trials
Posted in Science on 23rd Feb, 2016
by Alex Muller
Scientists will inject gene-spliced viruses directly into patients eyes.
New blood test to detect inherited heart conditions
Posted in Medicine on 19th Feb, 2016
by Alex Muller
Researchers found that by looking at a specific group of genes they were able to reliably detect underlying problems.