CRISPR
CRISPR

CRISPR

Artificial Intelligence Brain and cognitive sciences Broad Institute CRISPR DNA Genetic engineering Genetics Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) McGovern Institute Proteins Research RNA School of Science

An ancient RNA-guided system could simplify delivery of gene editing therapies

The programmable proteins are compact, modular, and can be directed to modify DNA in human cells.

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Search algorithm reveals nearly 200 new kinds of CRISPR systems

By analyzing bacterial data, researchers have discovered thousands of rare new CRISPR systems that have a range of functions and could enable gene editing, diagnostics, and more.