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sciencealert.comJ. Craig Venter, Pioneer in Human Genome Sequencing, Dies at 79
J. Craig Venter, who led efforts to decode the human genome and created the first synthetic species, died on Wednesday at age 79. He passed away in San Diego following hospitalization for side effects from recent cancer treatment. His work advanced genomics and synthetic biology.
New ScientistJ. Craig Venter, Genomics Innovator, Dies at 79
J. Craig Venter, who led efforts to sequence the human genome and created the first synthetic bacterial cell, died on April 29, 2026. He founded key research institutes and advanced DNA sequencing methods. His work sparked both innovation and controversy in biology.
Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Nature Publishes Three New Research Papers on Plant Immunity, Genetic Disease Risks, and Cancer Immunotherapy
Nature journal released three research papers on October 10, 2024, addressing advancements in rice disease resistance, genetic repeat expansions linked to brain atrophy, and synthetic enhancers for viral immunotherapy. The studies highlight genetic mechanisms for crop protection,…
Dasklubar / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)Experimental Company Creates Handbag from Lab-Grown T. rex Collagen in Amsterdam
An experimental garment company collaborated with scientists to produce a handbag using collagen grown from protein fragments extracted from T. rex fossils. The one-of-a-kind item was developed in a laboratory setting. It is currently on display in Amsterdam.