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Gene Editing Soybeans For Healthier Oil
Using the Cpf1 variant of CRISPR gene editing technology, scientists in South Korea have successfully modified two genes in soybean plants.
A Smart Camera For Drones And Self-Driving Cars
Scientists in Singapore have developed an ultrafast and high-contrast camera that could make it safer the drive autonomous vehicles.
Nanofiber Matrix Improves Stem Cell Growth
When grown on a ‘fiber-on-fiber’ matrix, 95 percent of the pluripotent stem cells formed colonies.
Researchers Validate Bipolar Candidate Gene In Mice
Researchers have shown that mice without the gene for PLCγ1 in their forebrains exhibit manic-like behaviors.
Editing Away AMD With CRISPR
CRISPR-Cas9 can be delivered directly into the eyes of mice and treat age-related macular degeneration efficiently and safely.
RNAi Used To Treat Eye Inflammation
Researchers have successfully used proline-modified short hairpin RNA targeting (pro)renin to treat eye inflammation in mice.
Monkeys Pass Mirror Test For Self-Awareness
Monkeys trained to use mirrors were able to recognize their own reflection, a sign of self-awareness.
Breastfeeding For More Than A Year Lowers Risk Of Metabolic Syndrome
Mothers who breastfeed longer may lower their risk of metabolic syndrome and related disorders including high blood pressure and high cholesterol and blood sugar levels.
Albino Orchids And The Secret Of Fungal Partnerships
Genes specific to this albino orchid variety may explain how some plants have ditched photosynthesis to become parasites on fungi.