Gene Editing Supplement

Rothamsted Research reported the completion of the field trial of the United Kingdom's gene-edited wheat. Researchers are now a step closer to bringing the wheat variety with lower asparagine levels to farmers and consumers.

CRISPR-based Tool to Help Tackle Deadly Mosquito-borne Diseases

A 2017 report from the World Health Organization reports that mosquito-transmitted diseases such as malaria, dengue, and Chikungunya affect an estimated 347.8 million people each year and are responsible for nearly 450,000 deaths, making mosquitoes one of the most dangerous animals in the world.

CRISPR Therapy May Help Repair Damaged Tissue After Heart Attack

Every year, cardiovascular disease, also known as heart disease, accounts for 32% of all deaths around the world, according to the World Health Organization. Researchers from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center reveal that a new CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing therapy can help treat heart disease and repair damaged tissue immediately after a heart attack using a mouse model.

India’s DBT to Enhance Genome Editing Capacity of Scientists Through Research Grants

The Indian government through the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) will provide support for innovative, interdisciplinary, and collaborative research approaches for agricultural improvements by Indian scientists. This is an attempt to maximize the potential of cutting-edge tools of modern biotechnology, including genome editing, to foster research and innovation focusing on translational research.

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India’s DBT to Enhance Genome Editing Capacity of Scientists Through Research Grants

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