Biotechnology Focus Podcast

CRISPR genome editing could hold the key for treating and curing diseases such as cancer, leukemia, and HIV/AIDS. But However, Dr. J. Keith Joung of Massachusetts General Hospital warns there is growing evidence that CRISPR could alter regions of the genome which researchers are not targeting. What are the consequences? The iconic Canadian rock band Tragically Hip is one of the latest investors in the country’s growing medical marijuana market. We’ve got these and more in this episode of the Biotechnology Podcast… Click on these links to read full stories: RESEARCHERS WARNED OF CRISPR OFF-TARGET EFFECTS THREE U OF G GETS GENOMICS RESEARCH GET $10.7-M SUPPORT TRAGICALLY HIP PARTNERS WITH ONTARIO CANNABIS PRODUCER