What is CRISPR and could it change how we treat disease?
Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats (CRISPR) has
been branded the new genetic revolution of the century. What is it about
this new gene editing technology that’s getting everyone in the
scientific world so excited? The simple answer: because it has the
potential to change humanity forever. CRISPR technology could be the key
to eradicating harmful viruses, correcting genetic diseases and
extending our lifespan. Yet, like any discovery involving genetic
modification, it brings with it all manners of dangers and
controversies.
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