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IN CHEMI S T R Y The discovery of CRISPR/Cas9 gen
etic scissors has revolutionized a lot of research areas, not least within life sciences, and the technology is bringing hope for new cancer therapies and the treatment of inherited diseases. READ MORE ON PAGE 36 French microbiologist Emmanuelle Charpentier has performed research all over the world, even in the very north of Sweden – always equipped with a precise, dedicated and prepared focus on her scientific mission. READ MORE ON PAGE 44 Driven by the curiosity of nature’s secrets, Nobel Laureate Jennifer Doudna has devoted her life to the mysteries of biochemistry and cracking a gamechanging code. A central driving force as a scientist is her curiosity. READ MORE ON PAGE 52