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A patient in their early 80s died after receiving Intellia Therapeutics’ one-time CRISPR therapy “nex-z” for transthyretin amyloidosis with cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM), prompting an investigation and pause of both phase 3 trials
fiercebiotech.com
The patient who was hospitalized after receiving Intellia Therapeutics’ CRISPR therapy nex-z has died. | The patient who was hospitalized after receiving Intellia Therapeutics’ CRISPR therapy nex-z...
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A patient in their early 80s died after receiving Intellia Therapeutics’ one-time CRISPR therapy “nex-z” for transthyretin amyloidosis with cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM), prompting an investigation and pause of both phase 3 trials
fiercebiotech.com
The patient who was hospitalized after receiving Intellia Therapeutics’ CRISPR therapy nex-z has died. | The patient who was hospitalized after receiving Intellia Therapeutics’ CRISPR therapy nex-z...
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CRISPR-based EBT-101 therapy is showing promise to remove HIV DNA from human cells—early trials reveal safe, targeted editing. ART (antiretroviral therapy: daily HIV meds) only suppresses the virus; CRISPR could be a real cure. Details:
telanganatoday.com
Scientists are nearing a breakthrough in using CRISPR gene-editing to eliminate HIV from human DNA. Early trials of EBT-101 therapy show it can safely target and cut out viral genes, offering hope...
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CRISPR-based EBT-101 therapy is showing promise to remove HIV DNA from human cells—early trials reveal safe, targeted editing. ART (antiretroviral therapy: daily HIV meds) only suppresses the virus; CRISPR could be a real cure. Details:
telanganatoday.com
Scientists are nearing a breakthrough in using CRISPR gene-editing to eliminate HIV from human DNA. Early trials of EBT-101 therapy show it can safely target and cut out viral genes, offering hope...
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Dallas biotech Colossal is using CRISPR to de-extinct animals like the woolly mammoth & Tasmanian tiger! They've raised $225M, aiming to restore ecosystems & advance genetic tech. Fascinating science with big implications! #DeExtinction #CRISPR #Biotech
cbsnews.com
Colossal Biosciences opens global HQ with 100 scientists focused on "de-extinction," using CRISPR to revive species like the woolly mammoth and dire wolf.
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Dallas biotech Colossal is using CRISPR to de-extinct animals like the woolly mammoth & Tasmanian tiger! They've raised $225M, aiming to restore ecosystems & advance genetic tech. Fascinating science with big implications! #DeExtinction #CRISPR #Biotech
cbsnews.com
Colossal Biosciences opens global HQ with 100 scientists focused on "de-extinction," using CRISPR to revive species like the woolly mammoth and dire wolf.
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Scientists used CRISPR activation to reverse a genetic heart disease in mice — restoring heart strength and stopping dangerous rhythms. This breakthrough opens the door to potential new treatments for humans. 🫀
medicalxpress.com
An international multidisciplinary team has demonstrated for the first time that CRISPR-based gene activation (CRISPRa) can be used to treat genetic heart disease in vivo. The study, published in the...
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🐖 The FDA just approved CRISPR-edited pigs resistant to a major viral disease—ushering in a new era for animal breeding and food production! Full story:
foodtank.com
The FDA recently approved gene-edited pigs for food, aiming to fight PRRS and reduce antibiotic use in animal agriculture.
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🐖 The FDA just approved CRISPR-edited pigs resistant to a major viral disease—ushering in a new era for animal breeding and food production! Full story:
foodtank.com
The FDA recently approved gene-edited pigs for food, aiming to fight PRRS and reduce antibiotic use in animal agriculture.
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Argentina’s first gene-edited horses—created with CRISPR to boost speed—are shaking up polo. Controversy grows as traditional breeders resist their entry into competitions, while scientific firms see a revolution in horse breeding. Full story:
reuters.com
Argentina, widely regarded as the global capital of polo, has welcomed cloning and other breeding innovations. But CRISPR is different – for now.
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Argentina’s first gene-edited horses—created with CRISPR to boost speed—are shaking up polo. Controversy grows as traditional breeders resist their entry into competitions, while scientific firms see a revolution in horse breeding. Full story:
reuters.com
Argentina, widely regarded as the global capital of polo, has welcomed cloning and other breeding innovations. But CRISPR is different – for now.
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CRISPR zeroes in on SDR42E1—a gene that supercharges vitamin D uptake and cripples colorectal cancer cells. 🔬☀️ #CRISPR #VitaminD
digitaljournal.com
Because gene SDR42E1 is involved in vitamin D metabolism, scientists could also target it in any of the many diseases.
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CRISPR zeroes in on SDR42E1—a gene that supercharges vitamin D uptake and cripples colorectal cancer cells. 🔬☀️ #CRISPR #VitaminD
digitaljournal.com
Because gene SDR42E1 is involved in vitamin D metabolism, scientists could also target it in any of the many diseases.
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Big news! The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative & Innovative Genomics Institute have launched the Center for Pediatric CRISPR Cures to develop personalized gene-editing treatments for kids with rare genetic diseases. 🌍🔬 More info:
chanzuckerberg.com
With the launch of the new center, we're one step closer to making personalized CRISPR cures a reality for children born with rare genetic diseases.
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Big news! The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative & Innovative Genomics Institute have launched the Center for Pediatric CRISPR Cures to develop personalized gene-editing treatments for kids with rare genetic diseases. 🌍🔬 More info:
chanzuckerberg.com
With the launch of the new center, we're one step closer to making personalized CRISPR cures a reality for children born with rare genetic diseases.
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Baby KJ, the world's first patient to receive personalized CRISPR gene editing therapy for a rare metabolic disease, is now home and thriving! This groundbreaking treatment offers hope for other untreatable genetic conditions. #CRISPR #GeneEditing
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Baby KJ, the world's first patient to receive personalized CRISPR gene editing therapy for a rare metabolic disease, is now home and thriving! This groundbreaking treatment offers hope for other untreatable genetic conditions. #CRISPR #GeneEditing
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Researchers at @Stanford have developed CRISPR-TO, a new tech acting like an "RNA mailman" to precisely target damaged neurons. This could offer new hope for ALS & spinal injuries by promoting nerve cell repair. #CRISPR #Neuroscience
news.stanford.edu
Stanford researchers have developed a technology that delivers RNA to damaged neurons and stimulates regrowth – paving the way for potential treatments targeting neurodegenerative diseases like ALS...
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Researchers at @Stanford have developed CRISPR-TO, a new tech acting like an "RNA mailman" to precisely target damaged neurons. This could offer new hope for ALS & spinal injuries by promoting nerve cell repair. #CRISPR #Neuroscience
news.stanford.edu
Stanford researchers have developed a technology that delivers RNA to damaged neurons and stimulates regrowth – paving the way for potential treatments targeting neurodegenerative diseases like ALS...
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Researchers at the University of Bayreuth have used CRISPR-Cas9 to create spiders that produce red fluorescent silk. This breakthrough could revolutionize materials science by enhancing silk's natural strength & elasticity. #Science #Biotech
newatlas.com
For years, the CRISPR-Cas9 genome technology has been reshaping genetic engineering, a precision tool to transform everything from agriculture to medicine. With its incredible efficiency, this...
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