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In this issue, we hear from Victoria Gray, the first person to receive a CRISPR cell-based gene therapy for sickle cell disease (SCD). She shares her experiences of the life-changing therapy and talks about the struggles faced by SCD patients and the broader implications of gene therapy accessibility.

In this issue of The Scientific Observer, we’re focusing on synthetic biology – a field that fuses biology and engineering to produce biological systems with novel abilities. Find out how nature’s tools – when redesigned – can support humanity’s efforts to develop therapeutics, combat global issues such as climate change and much more.

In issue 30 of The Scientific Observer, we’re taking a deep dive into topical issues faced by science and society, from food sustainability and climate change, issues of ethics and integrity in the sharing of scientific research to vaccine mandates.

Issue 29 explores the power of the placebo in psychedelic trials, asking leading experts why this phenomenon occurs and what it means for the future of these drugs in clinical practice.

Issue 26 highlights:
Neurodegeneration: Are We Closer to a Cure, or Still a World Apart?
Time To Say Goodbye to the Traditional BMI
A Recipe for Richer Metabolomics

In this issue, we embark on an investigative journey into the world of “predatory conferences”, and discuss how DNA sequencing can uncover the impact of colonialism and oppression on Native populations. This, and much more, in issue 22 of The Scientific Observer.

In this jam-packed issue of The Scientific Observer, we’re gifting you a deep dive into the past, present and future of science.

This month, The Scientific Observer features a conversation with structural biologist-turned-molecular artist Professor David Goodsell. We also confront recent controversy within the scientific community in our op-ed section, ask #SciTwitter where it's migrating to and celebrate International Day of LGBTQIA+ People in STEM 2022.

Issue 19 of The Scientific Observer, we ask: why are humans so obsessed with aging? Can we make anti-cancer drugs using microbes? How is LSD being tested to treat anxiety? And much more!

In issue 18, we’re explore critical challenges faced by our society and planet, including the emerging crisis of “forever“ chemicals, the psychedelics renaissance and the impact of bias in molecular biology research.