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Editing the DNA of human embryos could protect us from future pandemics
We could edit our genes to make us more resistance to viruses. Natali_ Mis/Shutterstock Hollywood blockbusters such as X-men, Gattaca and Jurassic World have explored the intriguing concept of “germline genome editing” – a biomolecular technique that can alter the DNA of sperm, eggs or embryos. If you remove aContinue Reading
‘Is it safe to have more than one type of COVID vaccine?’ and other questions answered by an immunologist
If we are ever to return to some semblance of normality, then the world’s population needs to be immune to SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. But with so many different vaccines in production, questions are undoubtedly going to be raised, such as can I still have a vaccine ifContinue Reading
The rise of commercial milk formulas and why it matters for the world’s women and children
Infant formula sales have doubled between 2005 and 2019. 279photo Studio/ Shutterstock Breastfeeding can play an especially important role in early-life nutrition. It can benefit children’s future school performance and economic prospects in later life, as well as the mother’s health. Health authorities across the world endorse the World HealthContinue Reading
A murder trial in Denmark leaves a nation wondering what constitutes a hate crime
How does the law measure what motivates someone to commit a crime? This question has been at the centre of a high-profile murder trial that has just concluded on the Danish island of Bornholm. The case has divided public opinion all over Denmark, and beyond. In the early hours ofContinue Reading
Why so many Syrian women get divorced when they move to western countries
Syrian refugees in Passau, Germany: many of those seeking refuge are from more conservative rural regions where divorce is stigmatised. Jazzmany via Shutterstock A couple of years ago, I saw a discussion on Facebook of the impact of migration on Arab families. The mainly male writers were arguing that leavingContinue Reading
Three scientists on what we learned from the Arecibo radio telescope
Large radio telescope dish in Arecibo national observatory. Shutterstock/photospirit Astronomers are mourning the loss of the world’s second largest radio telescope in Puerto Rico. The US National Science Foundation said the Arecibo telescope’s 900-tonne instrument platform fell onto a reflector dish some 450ft (137 metres) below – just weeks afterContinue Reading
England Tour Of South Africa Postponed Midway After Covid Cases | Cricket News
The ODI series between South Africa and England has been postponed.© ICC/Twitter The One-day International series between South Africa and England has been postponed, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said in a release Monday. The postponement effectively ends England’s tour of South Africa with only one-half of theContinue Reading
Sexism in the military: more women needed in senior roles to force cultural change
This is not the first time that sexual harassment and abuse in the UK Armed Forces has been the subject of inquiry John Gomez/Shutterstock The challenges faced by women in the UK Armed Forces are being considered by the country’s Defence Select Committee, which has launched an inquiry examining issuesContinue Reading
Editing the DNA of human embryos could be used to protect us from future pandemics
We could edit our genes to make us more resistance to viruses. Natali_ Mis/Shutterstock Hollywood blockbusters such as X-men, Gattaca and Jurassic World have explored the intriguing concept of “germline genome editing” – a biomolecular technique that can alter the DNA of sperm, eggs or embryos. If you remove aContinue Reading
New five-year AHDB strategy aims to improve levy payer engagement
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