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Posted on January 14, 2016

Scientists Capture Crispr’s Gene-Cutting in Action

Scientists Capture Crispr’s Gene-Cutting in Action

For the first time, a study led by Crispr/Cas9 pioneer Jennifer Doudna uses crystallography to capture Cas9 as it's primed to cut DNA.

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Posted on November 10, 2015

Intrexon’s Billionaire CEO Is Betting on the Most Controversial GMOs

Intrexon’s Billionaire CEO Is Betting on the Most Controversial GMOs

At a time of when public opinion against GMOs has gathered enough momentum to pass GMO-labeling laws, Intrexon is making bold business moves.

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Posted on August 13, 2015

Don’t Try This at Home: Scientists Brew Opiates With Yeast

Don’t Try This at Home: Scientists Brew Opiates With Yeast

If pharma has it their way, they'll soon be making commercial opiate drugs with little more than yeast and sugar.

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