Through the new investigative technique of genetic genealogy — and DNA left behind on a discarded cigarette butt — police have arrested a suspect in the 1994 murder of a 26-year-old mom. Read more in abcnews.go.com
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A new study shows that whole genome sequencing—combined with artificial intelligence (AI)—can now be used to diagnose genetic diseases in seriously ill babies in less than 24 hours. Read more in directorsblog.nih.gov
A single-dose infusion of VY-AADC01, an investigational gene therapy, improves motor function and reduces the need for antiparkinsonian medications in advanced Parkinson’s disease patients. Read more in parkinsonsnewstoday.com
As Novartis waits for FDA action on its gene therapy Zolgensma, expected this month, the company has rolled out yet another round of data on the spinal muscular atrophy treatment. Read more in fiercepharma.com
The Food and Drug Administration has approved the first vaccine for dengue, Dengvaxia, but placed significant restrictions on its use. Read more in NYTimes.com
On the eve of DNA Day, leaders in the gene therapy community have co-signed a letter to Alex Azar, the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), urging a “binding global moratorium” on germline editing. Read more in genengnews.com
The new Stavros Niarchos Foundation Bioethics Academy (SNFBA) will expand awareness of bioethics in Greece. Conducted through a partnership between the Berman Institute of Bioethics at Johns Hopkins University and the Bioethics Chair at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH) and exclusively supported by the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF), the Academy will include components taking place […]
Controversial lab studies that modify bird flu viruses in ways that could make them more risky to humans will soon resume after being on hold for more than 4 years. Read more in Sciencemag.org
A mouse study reveals that cells from the brain invade prostate tumours and give rise to this nerve-cell population. Read more in Nature.com
For many people, the mere thought of having to write a content piece comprising more than 200 words is daunting. In the life sciences, as in other industries, writing requires a specific skill set and uses time and energy which are often needed for other important tasks. Read more in Labiotech.eu