Gene Editing: Revolutionizing Treatments for Genetic Diseases
Gene editing has emerged as a revolutionary technique that holds the potential to rewrite our genetic destinies and combat a host of genetic diseases.By leveraging advanced tools like CRISPR technology, scientists have pioneered methods such as base editing and prime editing, which allow for unprecedented precision in altering DNA sequences.
Breakthrough Prizes 2025: Harvard Scientists Honored
The 2025 Breakthrough Prizes have once again shone a spotlight on groundbreaking scientific achievements, honoring three illustrious Harvard scientists for their transformative contributions to health and medicine.Alberto Ascherio’s pioneering work on the Epstein-Barr virus has established a pivotal connection to multiple sclerosis research, revealing critical insights that may lead to a potential vaccine for this debilitating disease.