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Genome editing enables precise modifications to DNA sequences in living organisms, with the CRISPR-Cas9 system leading the way in this revolutionary field. This chapter discusses CRISPR's mechanism, comparisons with other genome-editing tools, various applications across medicine, agriculture, and research, as well as the associated ethical and technical challenges.
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Genome editing enables precise modifications to DNA sequences in living organisms, with the CRISPR-Cas9 system leading the way in this revolutionary field. This chapter discusses CRISPR's mechanism, comparisons with other genome-editing tools, various applications across medicine, agriculture, and research, as well as the associated ethical and technical challenges.
The deliberate alteration of a specific DNA sequence in an organism’s genome using engineered nucleases.
A genome-editing tool that utilizes a guide RNA and Cas9 enzyme to cut DNA at specific locations for modifications.
Zinc Finger Nucleases are a genome-editing technology that requires complex design.
Transcription Activator-Like Effectors that are time-consuming to construct and used for genome editing.
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