World-first Gene Drive Technology to Suppress Invasive Mice |
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A research team at The University of Adelaide in Australia has developed a first proof of concept for gene drive technology to control invasive mice called t-CRISPR. The researchers have published their first findings in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
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Research Film Talks about Gene Drive Grey Squirrels |
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A research film on the use of gene drive technology in grey squirrels premiered during the 2022 Festival of Social Science at the University of Exeter Phoenix on November 9, 2022. The film sees scientists and conservation and wildlife experts debate the use of gene drive technology in grey squirrels.
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Scientist Call for Support for Gene Drive Research to Combat Malaria |
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An integrated approach and commitment of stakeholders are necessary to eliminate malaria in Ghana and the rest of Africa, according to Dr. Fred Aboagye-Antwi, the In-Country Principal Investigator for the Target Malaria team in Ghana and a Senior Lecturer at the University of Ghana.
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Genetic Technologies’ Potentials Go Beyond Malaria Control |
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A review paper published by scientists from the University of California in San Diego outlines the potential of genetic technologies, such as gene drives, that can help improve tools to control lesser-known vector diseases affecting humans, animals, and ecosystems.
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Technology Specifics Key to Efficient Risk Assessment, Says Experts |
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Risk assessments are part of an evaluation process when developing and implementing new technologies. In the case of gene drives, risk assessments should be done on a case-by-case basis under context-specific considerations and backed by scientific evidence, according to experts.
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