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Malaria can be stopped by CRISPR changing a single gene in mosquitos

eriinfo.com2 weeks ago03 mins

CRISPR gene-editing therapy has already shown immense promise in treating and curing diseases, but scientists are now revealing its potential for disease prevention. A recent paper published in Nature details how a team of researchers successfully edited a single gene in mosquitos, rendering them unable to transmit malaria. This groundbreaking development could eventually lead to…

Changing how Zambia cooks – and building a business around it

eriinfo.com2 months ago07 mins

Marion Peterson Interview with Marion PetersonCO-FOUNDER, SUPAMOTO Lives in: Lusaka, Zambia Charcoal remains the dominant cooking fuel for many Zambian households, despite its environmental and health costs. Emerging Cooking Solutions – operating under the brand SupaMoto – offers a cleaner and cheaper alternative. The company was founded by American-born Marion Peterson and her husband, Mattias…