Gene Editing
Genome or gene editing began as a way to explore the function and structure of DNA, the molecule that carries the genetic information of life. Scientists wanted to understand how DNA works , how it can be changed, and how it can be used to create new traits or correct defects. It was inspired by natural processes, such as the ability of some bacteria to cut and paste DNA, and by the development of tools, such as enzymes and proteins, that could target and modify specific DNA sequences.
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