The Latest Breaking News from gene editing

Scientists edit human DNA inside the body for the first time

Experts hope technique could pave the way for faster and cheaper genetic therapies

The Independent UK · Oct 23

Embryo gene editing is getting more precise, but how safe and ethical is the practice? | Euronews Tech Talks

The use of a precise gene editing technique to edit human embryos has caught the attention of academics and society, yet doubts over its safety and ethics remain.

Euronews · Oct 15

2026 Nobel Prize Predictions: From GLP-1 drugs and CAR-T therapy to gene editing, these breakthroughs could take centre stage

Predictions for the 2026 Nobel Prizes in science highlight significant contributions in areas like GLP-1 research and cancer therapies. Carl June is mentioned for his role in developing CAR-T cell therapy for cancer treatment. Researchers Emmanuel Mignot and Masashi Yanagisawa are noted for their work on orexin related to sleep…

The Economic Times · Sep 30

The gene-edited dogs giving hope to people with pet allergies

Scientists at a biotech company have used gene editing to create two hypoallergenic beagles that don't trigger allergies

The Independent UK · Aug 5

Deaf people excluded from gene-editing debate

Letter: There is no majority support for use of gene editing on non-life-threatening conditions, writes Tom Lichy of the British Deaf Association

The Guardian - UK · Jul 15

There's only one acceptable path for designer babies

Designer babies who are genetically engineered for desirable health, physical, and intellectual features are now within reach using existing technologies, a prospect that raises far-reaching societal and ethical questions not unlike those associated with advances in AI. One difference, though, is that the institutions needed to open an ethical path…

Bangkok Post · Jul 7

USDA Scientists Use Genome Editing to Develop Nutrient-Boosted Lettuce That Grows and Looks Completely Normal in Breakthrough Study

USDA researchers gene-edited lettuce to block red pigment, triggering beneficial flavonoid and antioxidant accumulation — without altering growth or appearance. June 15, 2026.

Medical Daily · Jun 17

CRISPR Gene Editing Achieves a Functional Cure for Sickle Cell Disease in 96 Percent of Patients — RUBY Trial Results in the New England Journal of Medicine Are Historic

The RUBY Trial (NEJM, April 2026): CRISPR-Cas12a gene editing therapy reni-cel (renizgamglogene autogedtemcel) achieved a functional cure in 27 of 28 (96%) severe sickle cell disease patients, with no painful crises for up to two years after treatment. Led by Dr. Rabi Hanna at Cleveland Clinic.

Medical Daily · Jun 13

Would you buy milk from a gene-edited cow? Consumers may be more open than you think

As temperatures rise, New Zealand’s dairy farmers face a growing challenge: keeping cows cool enough to remain productive.

The Conversation · Jun 11

‘There is no way to stop this’: ‘Biotech Barbie’ Cathy Tie on her mission to genetically modify babies

The Canadian entrepreneur has always pushed the boundaries of gene editing, once attempting to turn horses into unicorns. Now she is set on modifying human embryos – something her controversial ex-husband was jailed for doing

The Guardian - UK · May 30