Tiny insects carry the tomato spotted wilt virus, which causes infected plants to develop discolored ring-shape blotches.

Researchers boosted levels of the dystrophin protein to nearly normal levels in a canine model of the disease.

Lonza will employ more than 200 full-time staff to work at the Texas-based facility, the company says.

Biotech stocks fell in response to the news. 

The gene-editing tool was effective in disabling a defective gene responsible for some forms of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. 

Infected with Wolbachia, the insects are expected to reduce the spread of dengue and Zika. But scientists say the approach may have limitations.

A team of scientists confirm Wolbachia can prevent mosquitoes from transmitting the virus, while another group finds a reliable way to detect the bacteria.

Officials’ increased emphasis on mosquito control could benefit public health efforts beyond the ongoing Zika outbreak. 

A Brazilian town will ramp up the release of insects engineered to shrink mosquito populations.