Indyplus video: Crispr technique

Thursday 07 November 2013 13:18 GMT

The new method of gene therapy makes it simple and easy to edit any desired part of the DNA molecule (E+/Getty Creative)

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A breakthrough in genetics – described as “jaw-dropping” by one Nobel scientist – has created intense excitement among DNA experts around the world who believe the discovery will transform their ability to edit the genomes of all living organisms, including humans.

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