Few molecular techniques have had such an impact on the scientific community and the public alike as the CRISPR-Cas gene-editing tool. What future diagnostic and medical potential does the tool hold?
In Transition: Scientific Publishing in the Life Sciences
Scientific publishing is about to undergo drastic changes for the better. Preprints are on the rise, and they are gaining momentum. Nobel Laureates Randy Schekman and Martin Chalfie comment on publishing practices in the life sciences.
Scientists cannot insulate themselves from political and societal trends. On 14 April 2018, people all over the world will take to the streets to March for Science.
Regulating Synthetic Biology When Its Risks Are Unknown
The social implications of synthetic biology are unknown, but researchers and social scientists are already thinking of ways to craft fair safety regulations