Tag: The Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering at Harvard University

  • Nation & World

    Keeping the genetic code clean

    Researchers have taken the first step toward removing unwanted cells by converting the CRISPR/Cas9 genome-engineering system into a genome-surveillance tool that removes newly occurring disease-associated mutations.

    5 minutes
    CRISPR-Cas9
  • Nation & World

    Easier way to fix hearts

    Catheter aided by UV light allows repairs of heart holes without requiring surgery.

    3 minutes
  • Nation & World

    Hansjörg Wyss doubles his gift

    Founding donor Hansjörg Wyss doubled his gift to Harvard’s Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering from $125 million to $250 million to the University to further advance the institute’s pioneering work.

    6 minutes