Genetic Science Oozes Out Of Amateurs' Garages

[Moontanman]

Genetic Science Oozes Out of Amateurs' Garages

 

Melanie Swan did not panic upon learning she had inherited a genetic mutation that seemed to put her at a higher risk of heart attack and cardiovascular disease. Instead she and another "garage biologist" ran a pilot study from their own homes and came up with a countermeasure.

 

They represent the vanguard of the do-it-yourself biology movement — DIYBio, which aims to spread the power of genetic understanding beyond research institutions and corporate labs.

 

 

http://www.livescience.com/health/future-synthetic-biology-research-garage-biology-100927.html