Gene editing takes a major step toward ending daily cholesterol pills

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Source: New Atlas | New TechBy: Bronwyn ThompsonDate: 01/25/2026, 9:03:00 PM
A new CRISPR-based one-off procedure that lowers “bad” cholesterol is expected to enter Phase I human trial in 2026. If successful, it could be the first approved genetic-silencing method on the market, replacing the need for long-term medication and slashing…
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