TeachableMedicalNews article 09112019
Teachable moment in classrooms:
- cellular basis of life chapter – concept of exons within a gene
- cellular basis of life chapter – concept of gene mutation leading to protein malfunction
- urinary system chapter – damage to nephrons causes kidney disease
Can gene editing cure kidney disease?
The news item: Recent news hinted at a possible genetic treatment to halt kidney diseases. The article mentioned Joubert syndrome, and gene editing technology.
Gene editing possible for kidney disease
For the first time scientists have identified how to halt kidney disease in a life-limiting genetic condition, which may pave the way for personalised treatment in the future.