CRISPR method for genetic editing could begin a genetic revolution in hereditary diseases

11/07/2013 - 00:00

Steve Connor | @SteveAConnor


Development to revolutionise study and treatment of a range of diseases from cancer, incurable viruses such as HIV to inherited genetic disorders such as sickle-cell anaemia, Huntington’s disease and Down syndrome.

A breakthrough in genetics – described as “jaw-dropping” by one Nobel scientist – has created intense excitement among DNA experts around the world who believe the discovery will transform their ability to edit the genomes of all living organisms, including humans.

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