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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

One Infusion Held LDL Cholesterol 52 Percent Lower for a Full Year, in a Trial of Fifteen People

A CRISPR therapy cut LDL cholesterol 52.5% and triglycerides 47.8% a full year after one infusion, in a company-funded trial of 15 patients.

Medical Daily · Aug 31

Mayo Clinic Joins a $27.7 Million Federal Push to Build One Gene Editing Platform for Rare Immune Disease

Mayo Clinic joined the federal AEGIS project to build CRISPR treatments for children with inherited immune disorders. Here is what is real.

Medical Daily · Aug 28

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

How CRISPR Gene Editing Is Revolutionizing Genetic Disease Treatment

Explore how CRISPR gene editing is transforming genetic disease treatment, uncovering breakthroughs, safety advances, and the future possibilities of curing inherited disorders through DNA repair.

Medical Daily · Mar 17

Studies test whether gene-editing can fix high cholesterol. For now, take your medicine

Scientists are testing an entirely new way to fight heart disease: whether gene editing might offer a one-time fix for high cholesterol

The Independent UK · Feb 11