New CRISPR Breakthrough Can Turn Genes On And Off With Ease – IFLScience

CRISPR-Cas9, a revolutionary genetic editing tool that allows scientists to change the DNA code of an organism, has quickly become one of the most important medical advancements of our time. Theoretically, the possibilities of what can be done with targeted genetic editing are immense, and each new innovation gives hope to millions of people with inherited disorders across the globe. 
However, like all things in life, CRISPR-Cas9 is not perfect. It sometimes likes to change bits of DNA that it shouldnt,…

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