The amazing discovery of RNAi

RNAi

A wayward petunia leads to the discovery of modest little molecules with enormous medical promise.

RNAi Explained
What is RNAi and how does it work? In this interactive, we'll show you in two different ways.

The RNAi Cure?
Research scientists are hoping that RNAi, already in human clinical trials, will treat a host of diseases, including AIDS, cancer, and Huntington's.

Ask the Expert
Researcher Greg Hannon of Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory answers viewer questions on RNAi and its medical applications.

This feature on the HHMI Web site details the discovery of RNAi.

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