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What is CRISPR?

By Adam Neely
Quick answer: CRISPR is a gene-editing tool that lets scientists cut and rewrite DNA with remarkable precision. It is already treating some genetic diseases and raising…

CRISPR is a gene-editing tool that lets scientists cut and rewrite DNA with remarkable precision. It is already treating some genetic diseases and raising major ethical questions about editing human embryos.

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