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China's about to rewrite human DNA using a revolutionary tool for the first time

Next month, Chinese researchers will edit adult human DNA using the revolutionary CRISPR/Cas-9 tool, commonly known as CRISPR, for the first time anywhere in the world.
The researchers will attempt to cut faulty DNA out of the cells of lung cancer patients who have failed to respond to all other conventional treatments.
Chinese scientists have previously used CRISPR on non-viable human embryos,without much luck, but this is the first time any researchers, anywhere in the world, will use the tool to edit DNA in an adult.
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nprbooks:
epicreads:
Pick an Ice Cream, Get a Book Recommendation!
I love that astronaut ice cream is on this list.
Also, July is National Ice Cream Month! Is eating gelato for dinner an acceptable way to celebrate? - Nicole
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