'Ugliest Man' With Physical Deformity Finds Love Three Times; What Is Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP)?

Medicine & Technology May 05, 2024

The man was born with a rare medical condition known as fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP). Read to learn more.

New DNA Test Developed for One-Time Diagnosis of Over 50 Genetic Diseases Using Nanopore Sequencing

Mar 07, 2022

Researchers revealed how a new DNA test they developed can make a one-time diagnosis of over 50 genetic diseases. Know more about this new medical breakthrough.

New Gene-Editing Technology Repairs Mutation in Hutchinson– Gilford Progeria Syndrome

Jan 07, 2021

Scientists used this new gene-editing tool to repair mutations found in mice with the premature-aging syndrome progeria. It also brings promise to treat many genetic diseases.

Gene Edited 'Designer Babies' May Be The Solution Of Diseases In Future

Feb 15, 2017

Under strict regulations, human genome editing may be endorsed by the government to curb the diseases. Designer babies may be termed unethical by some but gene editing holds the answers to many health problems.