Public skeptical of gene editing for wildlife conservation
As biologists consider the possibility of harnessing gene editing technologies for wildlife conservation, the public still greets the idea with skepticism, ...
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Do ‘daisy chains’ offer a save path for gene editing?
As biologists consider the role that genetic engineering could play in solving ecological and public health problems, one of the biggest concerns has been the ...
A genetic switch controls butterfly colors
How do butterflies get their colors? For one species, a single gene controls whether the spots on their wings are white or yellow. Using gene editing tools, ...
Can genetics offer new tools for wildlife biologists?
Could genetic advances in the laboratory transform wildlife management on the ground? It’s a question APHIS Wildlife Services biologists are asking as they look ...