researchers at the University of Edinburgh ’s Roslin Institute have genetically engineered pigs to be completely immune to human reproductive and respiratory syndrome ( flu ) , a virus that costs the European pig industry almost £ 1.5bn a year . The vaccine offers significant potential social welfare and economic benefits for farmers . Following further research , gene editing could be applied to commercial farms within five years .
Scientists at the University of Edinburgh’s Roslin Institute have genetically engineered pigs to be completely immune to porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS), a virus that costs the European pig industry almost £1.5bn a year. The achievement offers significant potential animal welfare and economic benefits for farmers. Following further tests, gene editing could be introduced to commercial farms within five years.