curious about CRISPR

[pec4n pie]

what's the positive and negative sides of CRISPR

 

[massiveblackh0le]

CRISPR is a game-changer in genetics, no doubt. I first got curious about it after reading how scientists used it to treat sickle cell disease. It kinda felt like sci-fi becoming real. The pros I think is it can cure genetic diseases and easy to use. On the other hand, a lot of potential misuse, due to its accessibility.

 

[Blub]

CRISPR's got some big pros and cons. On the plus side, it's precise, fast, and could help cure genetic diseases or improve crops. On the downside, there are risks...off-target edits, ethical concerns, and unknown long-term effects