Quest Volume 20 Number 2 2024

Mnika, Khuthala; Malope, Malebo; Soma-Pillay, Priya; Goldstein, Susan; Cherry, Michael

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Editor's Note.pdf (258.6 kB)

The Promise of Genome Engineering in Africa.pdf (758.92 kB)

Cell and Gene Therapies.pdf (216.97 kB)

The ethics of Genetics 2.0.pdf (389.6 kB)

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Abstract (English) : The promise of genome engineering in Africa: Lots done, lots more to come; Cell and gene therapies: Delivering on many fronts; The ethics of Genetics 2.0:Five principles that should guide future DNA ‘editing’ in South Africa; Using DNA barcoding to fight illegal wildlife trade: Towards protecting South Africa’s biodiversity; Genetics careers focus: What careers are available in genetics in South Africa?; Monsters of the deep: SA’s giant mosasaurs; Quantum technologies: Coming to change your future(fast); Minecraft Education: Helping to improve learners’ coding and robotics skills; Frontiers Planet Prize: SA researcher one of 23 global finalists; Climate change: Alarming Africa-wide report predicts 30% drop in crop revenue, 50 million without water; Caesarean births: South Africa’s rates are too high; Sugar in baby food: Why Nestlé needs to be held to account in Africa; SA young scientists showcase pioneering research: ISTEC science and engineering competition in Bali; Prof. Tulio de Oliveira recognised again: Selected for TIME100 Health 2024 list; Book review: Statues and storms; Subscription

Contributor ORCIDs : Goolab, Shivani