Genomic editing technology such as CRISPR/Cas9 offers tremendous potential for accelerating genetic progress, but a new ruling from the European Court of Justice (ECJ) appears likely to stifle research and development.
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As one of the researchers who helped developed pigs resistant to the Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS) virus said, "At the very least, the development of PRRS-resistant pigs is a new tool for im
Chinese scientists are using a new gene-editing technique to create pigs that can keep their bodies warmer, burning more fat and producing leaner meat.
The Coalition for Responsible Gene Editing in Agriculture will provide communication materials and training to those researching, developing and communicating about gene editing in food and agriculture.
A creative new application for CRISPR is a platform to spur evolution of specific genes inside cells. “EvolvR,” lets scientists shake up the DNA letters in their gene of choice until they find the right variation.
The National Pork Board is reacting to the recent Ohio State University research paper detailing researchers' discovery of an antibiotic-resistant gene in one swine farrowing barn.
A course from the University of Minnesota will identify basic concepts of infectious disease biology and provide an introduction to genetics and genetic selection.
