05 - 11 September 2016
Pakistani scientists discover 30 new genes causing mental retardation
A group of Pakistani researchers has discovered some 30 genes causing mental retardation in the local population, paving the way for preventive measures to reduce intellectual disabilities in the future generations. Find source
Umeå researcher served a world first CRISPR meal
For (probably) the first time ever, plants modified with the “genetic scissors” CRISPR-Cas9 has been cultivated, harvested and cooked. Find source
First face transplant patient Isabelle Dinoire dies in France
In 2005, surgeons gave her a new nose and mouth after she was disfigured by her pet dog. But heavy use of immunosuppressant drugs weakened her and she succumbed to cancer in April at the age of 49. Find source
The FDA just banned antibacterial soaps
The US Food and Drug Administration banned antibacterial soaps on Friday because they’re not better, cleaner, or safer than regular soap. Find source
The US has given fast-track approval to a surprising new cancer drug
A new cancer drug called Venetoclax is causing quite a stir in the medical community, with the announcement that the US FDA has given it fast-track approval for the treatment of patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). Find source
