Genetically Edited Pigs Immune to Deadly Disease Spark Ethical Concerns
US farmers are on the verge of introducing genetically edited pigs immune to porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS), potentially saving millions for the industry. Despite concerns from animal rights groups, the use of CRISPR technology has allowed for the creation of PRRS-resistant pigs, with regulatory approval anticipated as early as next year. Critics argue that improving living conditions for livestock should be prioritized over genetic modifications.
Researchers Keep Pig’s Brain Alive Outside of Body for Five Hours
In a groundbreaking and somewhat eerie scientific experiment, researchers have successfully kept a pig’s brain alive for five hours after it was separated from the body. This astonishing achievement, detailed in a recent publication in Scientific Reports, opens up new…
Breakthrough in Understanding Genetic Regulatory Effects in Pigs
Researchers have made significant strides in understanding genetic regulatory effects across pig tissues, shedding light on the potential for fundamental biological discovery and exploitation in animal breeding and human biomedicine. The Farm Animal Genotype-Tissue Expression (FarmGTEx) project has been established…