CRISPR Therapeutics (CRSP) is dominating the gene-editing field and is highly attractive to investors. But it is a bit hyped? Here, journalist Dana Blankenhorn looks at the company’s status and advises investors to spread the risk when investing in early stage companies: ‘CRSP is a reasonable speculation. Just don’t put money into it you can’t afford to lose. You may get a gusher, pardner, or a stream of tobacco juice on your wingtips.’
Free upcoming webinar – September 15th with industrial presenters covering what it will take to make CRISPR reagents suitable for use in human therapies, as these technologies progress from bench to clinic. Details and sign up here.
International CRISPR and Gene Editing Symposium is a complementary half-day virtual event running on September 23rd that brings together prominent gene editing researchers to discuss the current state and future of gene editing. Keynote speakers: Alexis Komor, PhD (UCSD) and Matthew Porteus, MD, PhD (Stanford). Details and registration here.
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Have you heard about Human Nature, a documentary exploring the science, history, and ethics of CRISPR technology? On September 9th, American science series NOVA will premiere a 90-minute special of the documentary. And on September 16th, CRISPR pioneer Jennifer Doudna and Human Nature Director Adam Bolt will chat to MIT Technology Review about the current state of CRISPR and how the documentary was brought to life. Find details here.