Arvind Suresh
Autism increase mystery solved? No, it’s not vaccines, GMOs, glyphosate—or organic foods
A change in how we diagnose and report autism and not vaccines, glyphosate or chemtrails is the prime mover as ...
Sen. Elizabeth Warren controversy: Almost every American has a sliver of Native American ancestry
The reporting on the largest genetic study of American ancestry—claims that Americans are a genetic melting pot of white, black ...
Will organic community embrace gene editing if it restores ancient crops?
Precision genetic engineering techniques could bring back beneficial genes from wild relatives of crops without using foreign genes. The concept ...
Could the boom in personal genomics backfire?
The science behind personalized medicine is moving fast. Scientists are circumspect, start-ups are enthusiastic, and if we’re not careful, over-hype ...
Native Americans fear potential exploitation of their DNA
To many tribal people, having a scientist come in from the outside looking to use their DNA to tell them ...
Nature busts anti-GMO myth: Gene swapping among plants, insects common occurence
Examining the genes of wasps, moths and butterflies reveals widespread genetic exchange between species. What does this mean for our ...
Does CRISPR clinical trial on humans proposal bring more questions than answers?
Researchers have proposed the first human trials involving CRISPR gene editing. Is this really a landmark moment for human genetics? ...
Proposal for second Human Genome Project draws mix of criticism and acclaim
A group of scientists have proposed a bold plan to build the human genome from scratch that could greatly benefit ...
Synthetic biology on a piece of paper: Brighter future for disease diagnostics?
A new technology that allows synthetic gene circuits to be printed on paper could allow us to cheaply and accurately ...
Was Harvard meeting on synthesizing human genome too “secretive”?
A meeting at Harvard synthesizing a human genome from scratch drew criticism for its apparent secrecy. Was the criticism warranted ...
Lab grown human embryos: Scientific progress collides with ethical dilemma
New achievements in our ability to grow and maintain human embryos in the lab point to great promise, but also ...
Epigenetic clinics promise big results, but should public, media be skeptical of claims?
Many companies are promising new cures based on epigenetic tests. How can the media evaluate these claims and report them ...
Can epigenetics explain the negative effects of smoking during pregnancy?
It is widely known that smoking during pregnancy has negative impacts on the future child. Could epigenetics underlie the link ...
Knowledge of genetic risks from personal DNA tests may not help in changing behavior
With the explosion of personal genetic testing, do we really know if they help you change your behavior for the ...
‘Scientists grow human brain in a lab’–The science reality behind the headlines
Reports of an "almost fully formed brain" grown in the lab using stem cells made headlines recently. Did media jump ...
Are genetically engineered mosquitoes realistic solution to Zika?
Several modern genetic tools are being developed to reduce or eliminate mosquitoes that carry epidemic causing viruses. Is it realistic ...
Spread of GM mosquito conspiracy theory hurts fight against Zika
False claims circulating about GM mosquitoes causing the Zika virus outbreak are threatening to take the focus away from more ...
Could genetically engineered mosquitoes fight vector-borne diseases like dengue and Zika?
Can genetically engineering mosquitos control Zika and dengue? Field trials in Brazil may provide the answer ...
Everything you need to know about Zika, virus that’s spreading like wildfire
What is known about the Zika virus, an infection linked to birth defects. Could it arrive in the United States ...
Cancer and the bad luck of random mutations
New research suggests the risk of most cancers can be attributed to environmental factors, countering the so called "bad luck" ...
Medical first use of gene editing in humans, reversing leukemia, points to promising future
With this leukemia reversal, gene editing has now demonstrated remarkable promise and fueled optimism about future uses. But experts urge ...
CRISPR crisis: Is UK researcher’s human embryo gene editing research cause for worry?
A UK researcher has applied for a license to conduct human embryo genome editing research, raising concerns among some that ...
Has FDA approval of 23andMe tests put the personal genetics revolution back on track?
Fresh off FDA approval, 23andMe is selling its direct-to-consumer tests again. What does this mean for personal genetics testing as ...
Experts reluctant to speak out on ‘hot button’ fetal tissue research
The Planned Parenthood controversy threatens to result in a ban for fetal tissue research. The problem is exacerbated because experts ...
Are laws pertaining to Down syndrome genetic counseling cause for concern?
A spate of state laws passed in the last few years mandates what information health care providers must give to ...
Are imperfect, ‘leaky’ vaccines resulting in emergence of nastier viruses?
Some in medicine argue that 'imperfect' vaccines that do not eliminate all viruses from the host may lead to the ...
New wave of HIV vaccines: Promises that can be fulfilled or more pipe dreams?
A cure for AIDS has remained elusive despite occasional if brief bursts of research optimism. We again are witnessing a ...
UK GM wheat trial highlights costs of violent activism
The failure of GM wheat developed by UK researchers to repel pests not only highlighted the scientific process, but also ...
