CRISPR and the Ethics of Human Embryo Research – Foreign Affairs
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CRISPR and the Ethics of Human Embryo Research
Foreign Affairs News that U.S. scientists led by Oregon Health and Sciences University biologist Shoukrat Mitalipov have used the gene-editing technique known as CRISPR to modify the DNA of human embryos has led to renewed debate over human genetic engineering. Viewpoint: Don’t expect the first CRISPR baby to be born in the USGenetic Literacy Project |
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International Stem Cell Corporation Announces Operating Results for the Three and Six-Months ended June 30, 2017
GlobeNewswire (press release) CARLSBAD, Calif., Aug. 14, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — International Stem Cell Corporation (OTCQB:ISCO) (www.internationalstemcell.com) (“ISCO” or “the Company”), a California-based clinical stage biotechnology company developing novel stem … |
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International Stem Cell Corporation Announces Operating Results for the Three and Six-Months ended June 30, 2017
Nasdaq 14, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — International Stem Cell Corporation (OTCQB:ISCO) (www.internationalstemcell.com) (“ISCO” or “the Company”), a California-based clinical stage biotechnology company developing novel stem cell-based therapies and … |
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Real world data essential for CAR–T therapy success
pharmaphorum Novartis looks like it will get its chimeric antigen receptor T–cell (CAR-T) therapy to market ahead of rival Kite in blood cancer. The therapy involves harvesting a patient’s own T–cells and genetically modifying them to attack cancer – a process that … |
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Stem cell therapy may help knees
Citizens Voice Q: I read that you can use your own stem cells to rejuvenate worn-out knees. Does this really work? A: “Worn out” is a good way to term what happens to the knee joint with prolonged use. Let’s look at how this happens, starting with cartilage. The … |