In a First, Gene Editing Tool Eliminates Genetic Disease from a Live Animal The CRISPR gene editing tool has stirred up a heated debate over whether it’s ethical to edit the genes of...
Treating Cancer with Herpes was Just Approved by the FDA Make sure you understand how the herpes treatment works before freaking out.
Bacterial “Computer Program” Can Heal Your Gut Scientists have figured out how to genetically engineer different strains of bacteria so they can cooperate like different parts of a computer and have a powerful impact on your body.
Opiates Coming to a Yeast Culture Near You Scientists have genetically engineered yeast to produce opiates for pharmaceutical drugs, but some fear the technology could get out of hand.
Deleting These 238 Genes Could Significantly Extend Your Life Over 10 years of research has led scientists to discover that removing these specific age-related genes can increase lifespan.
The Latest Pet Trend: Genetically-Engineered Micro-Pigs If you've always dreamt of owning a teensy pet pig — and you have $1,600 of pocket change — now's your chance!