CRISPR editing
Molecular DNA surgery
CRISPR editing is a technique for making precise changes to DNA sequences in living organisms.
The method uses a bacterial defense mechanism that scientists have adapted to cut genetic material at specific locations, allowing genes to be deleted, modified, or replaced.
CRISPR has revolutionized genetics research and holds promise for treating inherited diseases: CRISPR editing could potentially cure sickle cell anemia.
The technology raises ethical debates about modifying human embryos.
- geneHereditary information unit
- genetic codeCodon-to-amino-acid mapping rules
- scissorsPivoted twin-blade cutter
- DNAHereditary code molecule
- double helixTwo intertwined spirals
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CRISPR editingnatural selection
Differential reproductive success
Darwinian evolution · evolutionary adaptation · selective breeding
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