Gene editing is already being used to treat a handful of rare genetic diseases; however, most therapies involve breaking or inactivating genes. Precisely fixing disease-causing mutations is far more ...

For children with signs of neurological conditions such as autism, epilepsy and global developmental delay, genetic testing ...

Global warming is producing a rapid loss of plant species -- according to estimates, roughly 600 plant species have died out since 1750 -- twice the number of animal species lost. But which species ...

Rocket Pharmaceuticals, Inc.'s innovative therapies show promise after FDA setbacks. With potential $1B+ markets, RCKT offers ...

Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is a rare hereditary disease that is associated with progressive muscle wasting. The ...

Human genes that encode proteins often contain non-coding segments known as introns. Removing introns is crucial for the proper expression of genetic information. Understanding how our cells ...

Doug Whitney was supposed to develop Alzheimer's by 50. Now scientists are trying to understand why his brain remains healthy ...

Sweaty feet can be caused by several factors, from lifestyle and shoewear to medical conditions. Here are the potential causes and how to stop excessive sweating.

In honor of Rare Disease Day on February 28, 2025, we will publish a series of posts throughout the month on As Prescribed ...

Boehringer will leverage ExpressionEdits' Genetic Syntax Engine which generates optimized introns to increase protein expression.

A genetic analysis suggests the bird flu virus mutated inside a Louisiana patient who contracted the nation’s first severe case of the illness, federal health officials said.

Over 1,000 genes may serve as possible treatment targets for individuals with kidney disease, according to a new study. By creating the most complete and detailed genetic 'map' of kidney function to ...