Biotechnology Focus Podcast

054 |CRISPR warnings, Tragically and medical cannabis, U of G genome researchers and more


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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…

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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

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