Biotechnology

A new generation of biotechnology crops designed to appeal to consumers is likely to radically change the controversy over GMOs.

• By Michael White

Genetically engineered babies raise a host of disturbing, science fiction-worthy ethical questions, but we have a more mundane and much more urgent issue to consider: safety.

• By Michael White

Despite the recent crackdown on 23andMe, the FDA is engaging with fast-moving biotechnology advances. However, there's still much work to be done.

• By Michael White

University of Washington bionanotechnologist Babak Parviz on medical technology that can live on a contact lens

• By Vince Beiser

How scientists are fighting malaria and dengue fever by turning disease-carrying bugs into their own worst enemies.

• By Linda Marsa