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developmental and stem cell biologists
Posted by Kat Arney, on 8 April 2021
We’re taking a look at the history of gene editing, from the early days of restriction enzymes in the 1960s through to the CRISPR revolution and the very latest base ...Posted by Kat Arney, on 25 March 2021
In the latest Genetics Unzipped podcast we’re taking a look at how humans have made our mark on the species we share the planet with.Posted by Kat Arney, on 11 March 2021
In the latest episode of Genetics Unzipped we’re delving into the science behind so-called 'genetic superheroes', and explaining why you might have hidden powers within your genes.Posted by Kat Arney, on 25 February 2021
We’re bringing you some scientific ‘tails’ -literally - as we explore the genetics of dog breeds and behaviour.Posted by Kat Arney, on 11 February 2021
We take a look at the life of JBS Haldane, whose work, writing and dominant personality made him one of the most interesting characters of 20th century genetics.Posted by Kat Arney, on 28 January 2021
We a look at the biological changes that underpin ageing, and how we can use this knowledge to live longer, healthier lives.Posted by Kat Arney, on 14 January 2021
We take a look at the history of mRNA, the development of mRNA vaccines and how they’ve been pressed into service at breakneck speed to tackle the COVID-19 pandemic.Posted by Kat Arney, on 5 November 2020
In this episode we’re taking a look at the story and the characters behind one of the most transformative - and ubiquitous - techniques in modern molecular biology: the polymerase ...Posted by Kat Arney, on 22 October 2020
In this episode we bring you an in-depth interview with Dr Eric Green, director of the US National Human Genome Research Institute and one of the key instigators of the ...Posted by Kat Arney, on 8 October 2020
In this episode we’re taking a road trip from Philadelphia to Baltimore, exploring stories of chromosomal cut-and-paste, cancer cures and Henrietta Lacks’ incredible cancer cells.