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

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

Broad Institute's gene-editing technologies—CRISPR-Cas9, base editing, and prime editing—are being tested in more than 25 clinical trials to treat or cure leukemias, rare genetic diseases, high cholesterol, and other conditions. NIH-funded discoveries from the Broad Institute are powering nearly 20 clinical trials from companies testing new treatments for diseases like cancer and heart disease. Broad Institute developed a technology — partly supported by NIH funding — that can detect trace amounts of cancer DNA from blood tests and help cancer patients find out their risk of disease…

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