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It’s incredible to witness how quickly scientific understanding and tools are advancing, offering new possibilities for conditions that were once considered untreatable. Today, I want to talk about something truly remarkable: the use of CRISPR activation for SCN2A-related neurodevelopmental disorders. SCN2A is a gene that plays a crucial role in how our nerve cells communicate. … Read more
CRISPR Gets a Supercharge: Scientists Triple Its Editing Power Today, September 9, 2025, marks a significant leap forward in the world of genetic engineering. Scientists have announced a breakthrough that makes CRISPR gene editing three times more effective, all thanks to a clever new nanostructure. For years, CRISPR-Cas9 has been hailed as a revolutionary tool, … Read more
Today, September 7, 2025, marks a significant moment in the ongoing quest to manage diabetes. For the first time, scientists have successfully used CRISPR-edited cells to produce insulin in a human patient, and crucially, these cells have managed to evade the body’s own immune system. This is big news for the millions worldwide living with … Read more
Why Are Single Gene Edits So Expensive, and When Will They Become Affordable? As someone who has spent years studying complex environmental systems and the push for sustainable solutions, I often think about how we can make groundbreaking scientific advancements accessible to everyone. Gene editing, particularly single gene edits, is one of those incredible areas … Read more