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Scientists Find Super-potent Human Antibodies from Recovered COVID-19 Patients |
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Researchers from Scripps Research, International AIDS Vaccine Initiative (IAVI), and University of California San Diego School of Medicine discovered antibodies in the blood of patients who recovered from COVID-19 that provide powerful protection against SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus that causes the disease, when tested in animals and human cell cultures. The research sets the stage for clinical trials and additional tests of the antibodies, which are now being produced as potential treatments and preventives for COVID-19.
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World Experts Release Roadmap for Next Generation Crops |
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A team of world experts including Professor Yong-Ling Ruan from the University of Newcastle has published findings and insights that identify key biological bottlenecks limiting plant productivity and crop yields. The research, published in Nature Plants, critically analyzed existing information, including the authors' own research, and found what the team believes to be crucial information for the future of agriculture production.
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A biweekly update on gene editing research, regulations, and impact
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A monthly update on gene drive research and development provided by ISAAA in collaboration with the Outreach Network for Gene Drive Research |
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GM APPROVAL UPDATES |
- The Philippines approved the canola event LBFLFK for food, feed, and processing.
- The Philippines approved the cotton event GFM cry1A for commercial cultivation.
- Brazil approved the wheat event HB4 for commercial cultivation.
- The Philippines approved the soybean event GMB 151 for food, feed, and processing.
- The Philippines approved the eggplant event EE-1 for cultivation
- The USA approved the canola event MON94100 for food and feed.
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