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Company’s shares jump after activist investor launches proxy battle
Therapies based on editing of human genomes predicted to have a price tag of $2mn per patient
Government later says no ‘evidence’ of attempted hacking of NHS genetic data centre by BGI
Changing human DNA brings hope for treating diseases but raises concerns such as equitable access
The ability to apply massive computing power to DNA is causing concern over biological warfare
We should focus on conserving endangered animals rather than resurrecting those already gone
DNA sequencing expert’s investors question acquisition of cancer testing group that has also angered EU regulators
Covid-19 vaccine maker hails ‘huge’ investment aimed at recruiting 10,000 participants with NHS
Programmes involving millions of volunteers will cement Britain’s place as leader in DNA research
Genomics England programme aims to extend the number of treatable conditions detected to about 200
The European Commission is considering easing regulation on the technology. But critics say it is an untested risk being pushed by Big Ag
Svante Pääbo’s sequencing of the Neanderthal’s genome boosts understanding of evolution
US biotech behind project to recreate woolly mammoth turns its attention to thylacine
Constructive Bio plans to reprogramme microbes to make new materials from drugs to biodegradable plastics
Injectable cure for congenital cardiomyopathies could be available within a few years, says UK charity
Campaigners warn against loosening of gene editing rules made possible by Brexit
Discovery of new strain that combines elements of Delta and Omicron shows importance of surveillance
Sixteen genes that predispose people to critical illness pinpointed in world’s largest study of its kind
The broadcaster and geneticist takes a clear-sighted look at a troublesome ideology
Hopes early warning system will give policymakers and vaccine producers more time to address health risks
PCR tests will detect infections but uneven access to genomic surveillance hampers efforts to trace spread
Large parts of the world lack tools needed to identify new coronavirus strains
Analysing the genes of those who appear to be naturally resistant could lead to antiviral treatments
Groundbreaking research will improve care of patients with undiagnosed conditions and cut costs
University spinout’s portable DNA sequencer has proved invaluable in tracking the global spread of coronavirus
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