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A Revolutionary Experiment To Edit Human Genes

A Revolutionary Experiment To Edit Human Genes

FromShort Wave


A Revolutionary Experiment To Edit Human Genes

FromShort Wave

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Length:
13 minutes
Released:
Nov 4, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Victoria Gray has sickle cell disease, a painful and debilitating genetic condition that affects millions of people around the world. But an experimental gene-editing technique known as CRISPR could help her — and, if it does, change the way many genetic diseases are treated. Correspondent Rob Stein tells her story, an NPR-exclusive, and explains the science behind her treatment. Follow host Maddie Sofia on Twitter @maddie_sofia. Email the show at shortwave@npr.org.
Released:
Nov 4, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

New discoveries, everyday mysteries, and the science behind the headlines — all in about 10 minutes, every weekday. It's science for everyone, using a lot of creativity and a little humor. Join host Maddie Sofia for science on a different wavelength.