scientists have made a breakthrough with CRISPR genome - editing technology . The results of laboratory tests reveal that the use of a new ‘ dud ’ enzyme to cut out disease - causing gene DNA molecules reduces the amount of damage caused , and therefore allows for greater efficiency . While scientists agree more research needs to be done , Harvard University biologist George Church believes the new version of CRISPR “ offers a huge step forward ” .
Researchers have made a breakthrough with CRISPR genome-editing technology. The results of laboratory tests reveal that the use of a new ‘dud’ enzyme to cut out disease-causing gene DNA molecules reduces the amount of damage caused, and therefore allows for greater accuracy. While scientists agree more research needs to be done, Harvard University biologist George Church said the new version of CRISPR “offers a huge step forward”.