Chinese scientist who made gene-edited babies evaded oversight to seek fame - report
Scientist He Jiankui said in November that he used a gene-editing technology known as CRISPR-Cas9 to alter the embryonic genes of twin girls born that month.
Jan 21, 2019, 15:56 PM ISTGene editing method could prevent glaucoma
Researchers found that removing the mutated protein by disrupting the mutant myociln results in lowered intraocular pressure, which in turn prevents glaucomatous damage to the eye.
Oct 03, 2017, 15:14 PM IST'Crispr' gene editing technique may treat inherited blindness
While rare overall, it is one of the most common inherited diseases of the retina.
Jan 11, 2016, 13:55 PM IST