Gene Editing Technique Cures Genetic Disorder in Utero

Tuesday, July 10, 2018 - 08:30 in Biology & Nature

Researchers have used a gene editing technique to successfully cure a genetic condition in a mouse model. Their findings, published in Nature Communications, present a promising new avenue for research into treating genetic conditions during fetal development. An estimated 8 million children are born each year with severe genetic disorders or birth defects. Genetic conditions […]

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