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genetic-engineering

Health 3 years ago

Scientists make way for gene-edited tomatoes as vegan source of vitamin D

A research team led by scientists at the John Innes Centre in Norwich, England, have edited the genetic makeup of tomatoes to become a robust source of vitamin D.

National 6 years ago

Researchers call for issuance of clear regulation on genome editing

According to LIPI's acting deputy of life sciences Yan Rianto, regulations relating to genome-editing products in Indonesia are needed before applying the technology.

Health 7 years ago

Designer babies: Moratorium on genome editing needed, say experts

Experts from seven countries called for a moratorium on the kind of genetic manipulation -- known as germline editing -- used last year to permanently modify the genome of twin girls in Shenzhen, China.

Health 9 years ago

Malaria-proof mosquito? Tool promising but needs more study

California-Irvine, molecular biologist Anthony James hopes to begin field trials of his malaria-proof mosquitoes in a few years and is working on the science, regulatory and ethical steps needed so that "people agree we've done it right way."

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