Microbe DNA Discovery May Lead to Noninvasive Test for CF Infections
People with cystic fibrosis (CF) have higher levels of DNA from common microbes that cause CF-related infections circulating in their...
New Tool for Rapidly Analyzing CRISPR Edits Reveals Frequent Production of Unintended Edits
New method unmasks all DNA changes caused by CRISPR in two days vs two months WILMINGTON, DE — Amidst rising hopes for using CRISPR gene...
At-home DNA test kits: Medical experts warn buyers beware
(WRIC) - Did you or someone you know get an at-home DNA test kit for Christmas? They were one of the hottest holiday items. It's an easy...
Gene Mutations Linked to Other Lung Diseases May Contribute to Bronchiectasis, Study Suggests
Mutations in genes linked to other lung diseases, specifically cystic fibrosis and primary ciliary dyskinesia, may also contribute to...
#ECRD2018 – Genome Editing Might Be ‘Cure’ for Rare Diseases But Ethical Guidelines Needed, Panel Sa
Should scientists have the right to edit the genes of future generations to eliminate hundreds, if not thousands, of potential rare...
Bacterial changes early in life cause cystic fibrosis in kids
Bacterial changes begin in the first few years of life leading to the formation of cystic fibrosis, which makes children repeatedly prone...
Cystic fibrosis bacterial burden begins during first years of life
Summary: Cystic fibrosis shortens life by making the lungs prone to repeated bacterial infections and inflammation. Researchers have now...
