The first babies genetically engineered to be free from disease could be born in Britain within three years, scientists claimed today. A project at the University of Newcastle has already created 10 human embryos, each containing the DNA from one man and two women. It is hoped the research will lead to cures for serious hereditary illnesses including muscular dystrophy and epilepsy. picked by AutumnLotus 2 years ago

Genetically modifying carrots to express increased levels of a gene that enables the transport of calcium across membranes of plant cells can make the vegetables a better source of calcium. picked by AutumnLotus 2 years ago

A woman is due to give birth next week to the first British child genetically designed to be free of the breast cancer gene. picked by AutumnLotus 12 months ago

Cornstarch, water, and a speaker coated with rubber latex paint.

I couldn't tear my eyes away; its some trippy stuff. picked by coldbladed 2 years ago

The idea of genetically modified foods being safe is slowly chipped away picked by deepcleanfun 2 years ago

On Sunday, less than 48 hours after learning that they both had swine flu, a Chicago couple marched down the aisle wearing surgical masks and latex gloves. Well, technically, they walked around to avoid infecting family and friends. picked by AutumnLotus 5 months ago

Think that red roses are predictable? In Japan, gift-givers soon will also have the option of blue roses.

The Japanese company that created the world’s first genetically modified blue roses said today it will start selling them next year. picked by AutumnLotus 2 years ago

Scientists have figured out a way to trick plants into doing the dirty work of environmental cleanup. Researchers at the University of Washington have genetically altered poplar trees to pull toxins out of contaminated ground water, offering a cost-effective way of cleaning up environmental pollutants. picked by AutumnLotus 2 years ago