Genomes

Gene editing: Panel approval ushers in new era

Article bogdan TagDiv - 24 Feb 2017

We have the technology to edit the human genome, cut out parts of it and insert preprogrammed bits of replacement genome.

Genomes to personalise medical care

Article bogdan TagDiv - 6 Jan 2012

US pilot study hopes to help doctors choose better drugs and therapies.

Gene therapy cures haemophilia in mice

Article bogdan TagDiv - 1 Jul 2011

The success of gene therapy holds hope for the cure of other inherited life-threatening diseases.

Fast machines, genes and the future of medicine

Article Ben Hirschler - 30 Mar 2010

Francis Collins, who helped map the human genome, did not get around to having his own genes analysed until last summer. And he was surprised.

Tutu’s genome sequenced as part of genetic study

Article Staff Reporter - 18 Feb 2010

Archbishop Desmond Tutu has become the latest prominent figure to have his full genome deciphered, scientists revealed on Wednesday.

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The government is expected to evacuate citizens from Wuhan, where the coronavirus outbreak originated

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Omar Essack leaves the 702 and 94.7 owners after a protracted standoff with the board

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LIVE BLOG: Fin Min Tito Mboweni presents the 2020 budget

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Tourism can push Africa onto a new path – minister

Derek Davey - 25 Feb 2020

The continent is fast becoming a dynamic sought-after tourist destination

Special Reports

South Africa’s education system is broken and unequal, and must be fixed without further delay

Derek Davey - 25 Feb 2020

The Amnesty International report found that the South African government continues to miss its own education upgrading targets

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Derek Davey - 25 Feb 2020

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Derek Davey - 25 Feb 2020

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SAB Zenzele Kabili B-BBEE share scheme

Derek Davey - 25 Feb 2020

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Special Reports

Digging deep

Derek Davey - 25 Feb 2020

Automation is unstoppable, but if we're strategic about its implementation, it presents major opportunities

Special Reports

TFSAs are the gymnasts of the retirement savings world

Derek Davey - 25 Feb 2020

The idea is to get South Africans to save, but it's best to do your research first to find out if a TFSA is really suited to your needs

Special Reports

Achieving the litmus test of social relevance

Derek Davey - 24 Feb 2020

The HSS Awards honours scholarly works based on their social relevance and contribution to the humanities and social sciences