Beware the DIY biohacker

Source: Straits Times, 13 June 2009 By Andy Ho, Senior Writer SCIENTIFICALLY inclined youngsters are setting up do-it- yourself biology laboratories at home. Likened to self-trained computer hackers, these enthusiasts – self-styled biohackers – browse online catalogues of DNA parts and order them from small commercial labs. With self-modified household items and used equipment acquired … Continue reading Beware the DIY biohacker