Female pig surrogates gestated the embryos, and 12 male piglets were born with the new gene. The genetically modified pigs contained about 24% less body fat than pigs without the gene.

Ready for a world with low-fat pork bacon? Chinese researchers used the gene editing tool CRISPR Cas-9 to create "low fat" pigs capable of surviving longer when they're at a younger age. The study ...

The researchers noted that all 12 pigs were able to better regulate their body temperatures, while also decreasing their fat levels “without altering physical activity or daily energy demands ...

Now “Fat Pig” comes to Susquehanna Stage on Jan. 22 for a one-night staged reading that puts a contemporary twist on the issues of body image.