Base editing corrected a mutation that causes macular degeneration, highlighting the potential of gene therapy to treat ...

Scientists have long been curious about a mysterious part of our DNA called heterochromatin, often called the “dark side of ...

Feb. 13, 2025 — A new study unravels the relationship between mitofusins (mitochondrial proteins) and autophagy. Using gene editing with CRISPR-Cas9, the team has been able to study these ...

By modifying key genes that regulate vitamin and antioxidant production, the researchers were able to increase β-carotene levels by 2.7 times, improving its role as a precursor to vitamin A ...

CRISPR technology has revolutionised genetic engineering, offering unprecedented precision in DNA editing with vast implications for medicine, agriculture and conservation. Yet, its power demands ...