Welcome to the CRISPR Overview
CRISPR technology is changing the landscape of genetic engineering. It’s a tool that allows scientists to easily alter DNA sequences and modify gene function. Its applications range from agriculture to potential human health benefits.
To understand CRISPR, let's break down the basics:
- What is CRISPR? – Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats.
- How does it work? – CRISPR, often associated with the protein Cas9, acts as molecular scissors to cut strands of DNA at specific locations.
- Applications – Including disease research, agriculture enhancements, and potentially even correcting genetic defects in humans.
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