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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.

Tumor DNA Fragments Aid Cancer Screening

Researchers detected tiny tumor DNA fragments in blood, potentially enabling more sensitive cancer screening methods in the future.

Scientists create viable human eggs from skin cells

1 Mwezi wa kumi, 2025 Imeripotiwa na AI

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.

CRISPR Tool Targets Neuron Gene Repair

15 Mwezi wa tisa, 2025 Imeripotiwa na AI

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.