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A Crack In Creation

Gene Editing and the Unthinkable Power to Control Evolution
in: Biology
Summary:

The book delves into the discovery and development of CRISPR-Cas9, a groundbreaking gene-editing technology that allows for precise, directed changes to DNA. It discusses the potential applications and ethical implications of this tool, which could revolutionize medicine, agriculture, and the fundamental understanding of biological processes.

Key points:

1. CRISPR-Cas9: The book presents CRISPR-Cas9, a gene-editing tool discovered by Doudna and her team, which can modify genes easily and precisely.

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