Parthenogenesis: Fatherless mouse pups develop from unfertilised eggs with gene editing

Parthenogenesis, the development of offspring from unfertilised eggs, was thought to be impossible in mammals, but researchers have used genetic trickery to make it happen Life 7 March 2022 By Alex Wilkins An adult mouse that developed from an unfertilised egg, and her pups YANCHANG WEI A genetically manipulated mouse pup born from an unfertilised egg … Read more

Fascinating Mouse Study Hints We May One Day Have mRNA Vaccine for Skin Cancer

Being sun smart could one day include a vaccination not unlike those currently providing millions around the world with immunity against coronavirus. While most immunizations sensitize our immune system to an aggressive agent like a virus or even cancer cell, emerging mRNA vaccine technology could instead train our bodies into generating additional antioxidant proteins, boosting our ability … Read more

Heating Up Testicles With Nanoparticles Can Work as Male Contraception. Here’s How

Women have a variety of methods for contraception, but only two methods are commonly available to men: condoms and vasectomies. Both methods have their drawbacks. Condoms can break, and some men are allergic to the latex in standard condoms. Vasectomies are surgical procedures that can be painful and difficult to reverse.   So the search … Read more

New ‘Anti-Aging’ Vaccine Has Increased Mouse Life Spans. Would It Work in Humans?

An experimental vaccine successfully eliminated aging cells from the bodies of mice, helping to prolong the rodents’ lives and reverse some signs of age-related disease. The researchers say the experiment is a step on the road to a similar vaccine for humans, but could it really work?    “I think the data was extremely strong… I think … Read more