After releasing two gene-edited rice varieties in May this year, scientists are now focusing on developing GE varieties of other crops with enhanced desirable characteristics.
‘We have pampered our plants so much that they have lost their ability to fight against what’s trying to kill them,' said Shivaprasad, associate dean of research, NCBS, Bengaluru.
Apart from ethical considerations, more importantly, ecological & evolutionary role of the species has to be considered when discussing a tool that could wipe out an entire species.
For Uditi’s parents, reading about use of CRISPR tech, or ‘genetic scissors’, to treat baby KJ, diagnosed with severe genetic disorder, reminded them of their daughter.
Ethical objections to human genome editing, like "playing God" and unforeseen effects, are valid but can be addressed through careful regulation and ethical oversight.
IS110 is a jumping gene that acts as a bridge between bits of unconnected DNA, and exists naturally in humans. The RNA bridge can also be programmed, find two Nature studies.
Artificial intelligence is making substantial strides & nations are engaged in advancing quantum technology. Gene editing & mRNA tech, too, show promise. But climate remains a worry.
In episode 587 of #CutTheClutter, Shekhar Gupta analyses the science behind the discovery of hepatitis C virus that won Nobel for Medicine, and CRISPR scissors that got Chemistry Nobel.
At 2nd such summit in Punjab for top investors organised by AAP since it came to power in Punjab, Lakshmi Mittal announced his Bathinda refinery has increased production of LPG by 3,000 tonnes/day.
The Nirouyeh Vijeh Pasdaran Velayat, or NOPO, was the only force Ali Khamenei trusted.It was founded in 1991 and is more feared than the Revolutionary Guards.
Trump has ushered in the age of humiliation. His method is to push around America’s friends rudely and publicly. He knows none of them can afford to fight back.
So most of these idiots including BJP affiliated organizations are just saying “it’s bad because it’s science”. The person who said “what’s the need for this crop” – we are living in a world where climate change is very real. If you yield is improved by this then what is your problem. I can guarantee everyone these idiots don’t have an ounce of scientific knowledge to even argue on a rational basis.
These people are similar to anti vaccine sceptic in USA.
So most of these idiots including BJP affiliated organizations are just saying “it’s bad because it’s science”. The person who said “what’s the need for this crop” – we are living in a world where climate change is very real. If you yield is improved by this then what is your problem. I can guarantee everyone these idiots don’t have an ounce of scientific knowledge to even argue on a rational basis.
These people are similar to anti vaccine sceptic in USA.