Genetics

2 articles

A visually stunning representation of the human body's internal microbiome, showcasing the vast diversity of microbial life and its connection to human cells and health.

What Is Personalized Medicine's Microbiome Influence on Health?

In a healthy human adult, bacterial cells outnumber human cells by approximately ten to one, and their collective genes exceed our own by a factor of 200, according to the NIH Common Fund and Baylor C

Juliana Campos·August 27, 2026

A glowing DNA helix representing CRISPR technology, set against a blurred futuristic hospital background, symbolizing medical advancements and hope.

Explainers

What is CRISPR Gene Editing and Why is it Revolutionizing Medicine?

In February 2025, KJ Muldoon became the first person to receive a personalized CRISPR therapy for a life-threatening metabolic disorder, according to Nature .

Lena Petrova·July 12, 2026