Gene editing | How to cut DNA and manipulate genes
Before jumping into CRISPR technology, we must learn how researchers cut DNA through gene editing tools. How do these tools differ from each other? The chances are that you have…
CAR-T cell therapy – Novartis and the question of ‘how much?’
How much? I imagine that question came up eventually at one of the meetings of whichever team decides pricing strategies at Novartis. And they came up with an answer: 475000 $. Four…
Scientific misinformation: Is ignorance bliss?
Our responsibility to inform - we are part of the ivory tower Do a quick scroll in the newsfeed of your preferred social media sites. Stop scrolling once you find…
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Difficult times – or what’s the Ivory Embassy and why?
We live in difficult times, my friends. Our society seems to have taken a collective dive into the unknown. We are ruled by prejudice and divisive leaders, experts are decried…