The people who are really angry at the BBC right now are keen to remind us that Panorama is the … read more
A study published in Trends in Biotechnology looks at gene editing in pigs to make them resistant to classical swine fever (CSF). … read more
A Perspective article published in Nature Reviews Diversity looks at genome engineering for biodiversity conservation and restoration. Dr Alena Pance, … read more
Much has been made of the potential of genome engineering to bring back extinct species. But what about its potential … read more
Two papers published in NEJM look at the use of mitochondrial donation an preimplantation genetic testing for mitochondrial disease. Dr David … read more
Experts comment on a new research project that aims to synthesise human genomes announced by Wellcome. Prof Robin Lovell-Badge … read more
An unpublished preprint uploaded to BioRXiv looks at gene editing in mice to create woolly mammoth-like hair phenotypes. Dr … read more
Scientists react to NICE final draft guidance on Casgevy for the treatment of beta-thalassaemia. Dr James Davies, Associate Professor … read more
Scientists react to a conference abstract about eliminating HIV in cell culture using CRISPR-Cas that is being presented at the … read more
Scientists react to news of MHRA approving gene therapy to cure sickle-cell disease. Dr Rashid Kazmi, Honorary Senior Lecturer … read more
A new study published in Nature looks at kidney transplants from GM pigs into primates. Prof Dusko Ilic, Professor of Stem … read more
A study published in Nature Communications uses genome editing in chickens to control avian influenza transmission. Prof Timm Harder, Laboratory … read more
A conference presentation (not a published paper) presented at the European Society for Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE) urges caution … read more
The Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) Act has been granted Royal Assent and passed into law in the UK today. … read more
Scientists treating patients with T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukaemia have started a new clinical trial in which patients receive ‘ready-made’ universal … read more
The Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) Bill, removing barriers to research into new gene editing technology, will be introduced in Parliament … read more
A study published in Nature Plants looks at biofortified tomatoes, providing a new route to vitamin D sufficiency. This Roundup … read more
Prince Charles delivered the Queen’s speech today for the State Opening of Parliament. Rachel Youngman, Institute of Physics Deputy … read more
A report from the Government Office for Science looks at what genomics could mean for wider government. Sarah Norcross, … read more
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has announced new legislation to cut red tape for gene editing plant … read more
