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American scientist under investigation over ties to alleged genetic editing

Rice University has launched an investigating into one of its professors after reports surfaced that he is connected to alleged genetic editing in China that resulted in the birth of two babies with altered DNA. They announced the investigation Monday in the wake of reports that Dr. Michael Deem, a professor of biochemical and genetic… Read More: American scientist under investigation over ties to alleged genetic editing »

Problem doctors sweep under the carpet

Burnt out, broken down and overwhelmed — these aren’t the words you’d typically use to describe your local GP. On the contrary, doctors and medical professionals are frequently thought of as switched on and ready to tackle any issue. They’re practitioners at the top of their game. Yet, the sad reality is many medical professionals… Read More: Problem doctors sweep under the carpet »

Palantir to offer cancer analytics under JV deal with Germany's Merck

((This NOV 19 story corrects to show Merck is Palantir’s exclusive partner within the JV, not for all of Palantir’s healthcare activities, paragraph 11)) FILE PHOTO: Merck CEO Stefan Oschmann delivers a speech during the celebrations of the 350th anniversary of German pharmaceuticals company Merck at the Merck headquarters in Darmstadt, Germany, May 3 ,2018.… Read More: Palantir to offer cancer analytics under JV deal with Germany's… »

New bill to ban intimate piercings for people under 18

A new bill tabled in the Rail calls for intimate piercings for people below the age of 18 to be banned. Fianna Fáil TD Mary Butler has brought forward the Regulation of Intimate Piercing and Tattoo Bill 2018. According to RTE, the bill would be the ‘first ever regulation of the body art sector, banning tattoos and… Read More: New bill to ban intimate piercings for people under 18 »