Tag: modified
World first: a genetically modified pig kidney was transplanted into a living recipient!
News Published on 03/22/2024 at 2:21 p.m. Updated 03/22/2024 at 2:21 p.m. Reading 2 min. In the United States, surgeons announced on March 21 that they had transplanted the kidney…
New battle over genetically modified plants in the EU
Important for innovation and sustainability, say supporters. Turning a blind eye to the risks, say the opponents. New battles over genetic modification await when the European Commission wants to ease…
the Suneung, university entrance exam, could be modified
South Korea’s famous university entrance exam, the Suneung, will it be simplified? This is what South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol is considering. This exam, renowned for its difficulty, is a…
Hangover: a genetically modified probiotic to reduce its effects?
News Published on 04/17/2023 at 1:49 p.m. Updated 04/17/2023 at 1:49 p.m. Reading 2 mins. Idle body, headache, drowsiness, pasty mouth… The symptoms of the “hangover” are well known. To…
Brazil approved the cultivation of genetically modified wheat
It is hoped that the new crops will withstand drought better and bring more certainty to food production. 19:12•Updated 19:12 Brazil approved the cultivation of a genetically modified wheat variety…
Genetically modified rice: the answer to climate change?
News Published on 01/21/2023 at 11:37 am Updated 01/21/2023 at 11:37 am Reading 2 mins. According to an English study, genetically modified rice could be a serious way to fight…
Ukraine’s new tactic – modified Soviet-era drones
This week, Russian strategic bomber bases in the Ryazan and Saratov regions, located about 50 miles from Ukrainian-controlled territory, were attacked with what are believed to be home-made drones. What…
What about genetically modified (AGM) foods?
News Published on 06/26/2022 at 1:52 p.m. Updated 06/26/2022 at 1:52 p.m. Reading 3 mins. After genetically modified organisms (GMOs), here are genetically modified foods (AGMs)! They were developed by…
Brain tumors: a modified virus increases the life expectancy of young patients
News Published on 07/02/2022 at 3:25 p.m. Updated 07/02/2022 at 3:25 p.m. Reading 2 mins. In Spain, researchers at the University Clinic of Navarre have found a promising treatment for…
Covid-19: ongoing evaluation of a modified Pfizer vaccine targeting Omicron
News Posted 15 hours ago, Reading 2 mins. The European Medicines Agency has just launched an evaluation procedure for a modified version of Pfizer’s anti-Covid vaccine. It would aim more…