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Huntington’s Disease Breakthrough: Gene Therapy Offers New Hope

Huntington’s disease, a devastating genetic disorder that affects the brain, has been treated successfully for the first time using gene therapy, marking a significant milestone in medical science. This breakthrough holds promise for thousands affected by this incurable disease, underscoring the potential of cutting-edge gene-editing technologies. Understanding Huntington’s Disease Caused by a mutation in the […]

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Next Week in Science, August 1, 2025

I’m still seeing lightning bug, if you can believe it. What we’re not seeing (at least as much of) is cicadas. I can hear them but the number emerging is far below last year. Let’s remember how cool they were: Here’s what we’ve pulled from the literature this week. And here’s the top news themes […]

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Genetic Breakthrough Predicts Childhood Obesity: A Leap Towards Early Intervention

A remarkable study, leveraging genetic data from over five million individuals across nine healthcare systems worldwide, has surfaced a groundbreaking discovery: the ability to predict obesity risk early in a child’s life. This insight opens new doors for early interventions that can alter life trajectories, potentially thwarting obesity-related health pitfalls before they manifest. Unpacking the […]

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