New research unveils key role of “selfish DNA” in early human development
Discovery challenges the previous understanding of elusive DNA segments
Scientists create “cloaked” donor cell and tissue grafts that escape rejection by the immune system
New research could transform cell therapies for incurable diseases
Cloaking cells to evade the immune system
Can turning off genetic switches in therapeutic cells help them avoid attack from the immune system?
Growing mini-organs to study brain development and disease
This “revolutionizing biology” offers the promise of new treatments for diseases and conditions including inflammatory bowel disease and autism spectrum disorder.