"Genetically Modified Cow Produces High-Insulin Human Milk"

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"Genetically Modified Cow Produces High-Insulin Human Milk"
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Scientists have successfully gene-edited a cow to produce human insulin in its milk, offering a potential breakthrough in insulin production. The cow, born in Brazil, unexpectedly produced both proinsulin and insulin in her milk, with significant quantities that could potentially meet global demand. The team is planning to further refine the process and scale up production, envisioning a future where specialized dairy cattle could outcompete other insulin production methods.

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