Chinese scientist claims he edited babies' genes with CRISPRThe technique is controversially being used to prevent HIV being passed on.By S. Shah, 11.26.2018
Researchers can track cell development through 'genetic barcodes'Your humanity could soon be machine-readable.By A. Tarantola, 08.09.2018
CRISPR might cause more unintended DNA damage than we thoughtA new study found that the gene-editing technique caused major DNA deletions.By M. Locklear, 07.16.2018
Researchers use CRISPR to detect HPV and ZikaThey also use it to log a cell's history.By M. Locklear, 02.15.2018
Key CRISPR gene editing methods might not work for most humansImmune responses could make it too dangerous.By J. Fingas, 01.07.2018
Gene editing could make wheat safe for celiac sufferersScientists are targeting a troublesome protein in gluten using CRISPR tech.By S. Shah, 09.28.2017
CRISPR gene-editing could result in more successful birth ratesA first-of-its-kind study used CRISPR tech to understand human embryo development.By S. Shah, 09.25.2017
Gene editing technique could treat ALS and Huntington's diseaseIt might delay the onset of conditions that are normally inescapable.By J. Fingas, 08.13.2017
First US CRISPR gene editing trial in humans seeks approvalThe federal board in charge of monitoring cutting-edge human experiments is meeting next week to discuss the gene-editing technique.By D. Cooper, 06.17.2016