July 26, 2017
Gene editing aims to make precise changes to the target DNA whilst avoiding altering other parts of the DNA. The objective of this is to remove undesirable genetic traits and introduce desirable changes in both plants and animals. For example, it could be used to make crops more drought-resistant, prevent or cure inherited genetic disorders,...
July 20, 2017
There is a persistent view that life extension advocacy is something that does not require any investment and can be done in your spare time. Fundraising for overhead expenses is like the proverbial elephant in the room: it is hard not to notice it is there, but people try to avoid talking about it. The...
July 06, 2017
A new type of cell that can seek and destroy brain cancer and then dispose of themselves has just been successfully tested in mice. The cells are able to home in on brain tumors and reduce them to between 2 to 5% of their original size[1]. This new approach could potentially give doctors a new...
July 01, 2017
Researchers studying peripheral nerve damage have adjusted the behaviour of macrophages to facilitate healing. [1] What is peripheral nerve injury? The peripheral nerves are located outside of the brain and spinal cord. They carry signals to the muscles to initiate movement as well as transporting sensory information back from the extremities and other tissues to...