Tag: gene editing

Editing genes before birth as a new therapy Editing the PCSK9 gene in mice resulted in reduced cholesterol levels, a heart disease risk factor. After modification of a gene Hpd involved in hereditary tyrosinemia mice developed with no signs of the disease.

Posted on August 16, 2021July 18, 2022 by Ignacy Gorecki 638 views

Although the term ‘gene editing’ may sound like science fiction, it isn’t! CRISPR-mediated gene editing is a technology first…

Manipulating the forces of nature with gene editing This 2005 study explains the discovery of CRISPR-cas9, the tool used in gene editing. It has been used in research on agriculture, cancer, infectious disease, genetic disorders, and more.

Posted on August 27, 2020April 7, 2021 by Jocelyn 517 views

When Dr. Ido from Jurassic Park said, “Your scientists were so preoccupied with whether they could, they didn’t stop to think if…

Increasing Muscle Mass in Fish with Gene Editing Researchers increase the amount of edible flesh in red sea bream by editing the gene for a hormone that restricts muscle growth

Posted on July 20, 2018April 7, 2021 by Erica Curles 569 views

There may be concerns with genetically modified organisms (GMO), but the effectiveness of gene editing in developing more productive plants…