Biotechnology
CRISPR Tool Targets Neuron Gene Repair
15. September 2025 Von KI berichtet
Stanford researchers have created a CRISPR-based technology to target RNA in neurons, enabling repair processes for genetic diseases. The method addresses key challenges in Cas9 delivery and DNA repair. It reveals unique genome editing rules in neurons, paving the way for targeted therapies.
Researchers unveil DNA-based method for ultra-dense data storage
Scientists at the University of Washington have developed a novel technique to encode digital data into synthetic DNA, potentially revolutionizing long-term information storage. The method allows for storing up to one petabyte of data in a single gram of DNA. This breakthrough addresses the growing demand for sustainable data archiving solutions.
Scientists create viable human eggs from skin cells
1. Oktober 2025 Von KI berichtet
Researchers at Oregon Health and Science University have successfully generated functional human egg cells from skin cells, which were then fertilized in the lab to produce early-stage embryos. This breakthrough, published in Nature, represents the first time such eggs have been matured and used for fertilization outside the body. The technique could eventually aid infertility treatments and genetic disease prevention.
Tumor DNA Detection Improves Cancer Screening
Researchers detected tiny tumor DNA fragments in blood, enabling more sensitive cancer screening. The breakthrough was shared on September 5, 2025. This could lead to earlier diagnoses.