Big impact articles
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A small factor makes a big impact on genome editing
Through years of engineering gene-editing systems, researchers have developed a suite of tools that enable the modification of genomes in living cells, akin to "genome surgery." These tools, including ones based on a natural system known as CRISPR/Cas9, offer enormous potential for addressing unmet clinical needs, underscored by the recent FDA approval of the first CRISPR/Cas9-based therapy.
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NIL in college football is making a big impact on the NFL draft
The shakeup in college football is having an impact on the NFL draft. Now that college players can make money on their name, image and likeness, without losing their eligibility, there isn’t the same urgency to leave for the pros. Many NFL evaluators say that has impacted the draft, which wrapped up Saturday, in some cases diluting the caliber of players available in the later rounds. “It’s a real issue,” said a longtime NFL team personnel executive, noting the talent drop was more precipitous...
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Endangered California condor care impacted by Big Sur slip-out
The Ventana Wildlife Society has been unable to provide the proper care for the condors as they usually do because of how hard it is to get in and out of the area.