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Briefing
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- CRISPR gene editing off switch – Scientists discovered proteins that turn off CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing system, blocking SpyCas9 which act as DNA clipper from targeting specific genes in bacteria and engineered human cells
- Improved accuracy – Can lead to more precise control of gene editing, preventing genes from being cut accidentally while able to boost or switch off gene activity temporarily
- Enhanced safety – Provides fail safe way to block harmful use of technology such as making of biological weapons with scientists able to halt CRISPR gene editing outside lab
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Accelerator
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Sector
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Healthcare/Health Sciences
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Organization
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University of California - San Francisco
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Source
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Original Publication Date
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December 29, 2016
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