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Despite ethics changes, GM babies still illegal in SA
South African scientists who reacted with concern to a recent change in the country’s research guidelines have been reassured that the creation of genetically...
First cases of new neurology syndrome identified by US team
Long non-coding RNA has been implicated in human disease, according to findings from a team of scientists in Chicago, who have recently been able...
‘Deep brain’ genes tied to Parkinson’s, ADHD – large global study
A massive team of international scientists has shed light on how 254 genetic variants can affect the development of particular subcortical structures, potentially influencing...
Genetic screening of 100 000 babies under way in NHS study
More than 500 blood samples have already been taken from newborn babies at 13 NHS hospitals in a major study that will screen the...