In just the past few years, researchers have found a way to use a naturally occurring bacterial system known as CRISPR/Cas9 to inactivate or correct specific genes in any organism. CRISPR/Cas9 gene ...

Researchers at Vilnius University (Lithuania) have uncovered how the bacterial protein Cas9, better known as the CRISPR-Cas ...

A version of this Priestley Medal address will be presented at the American Chemical Society Spring 2026 meeting ...

CRISPR gene editing revolutionized the cell and gene therapy (CGT) industry this past decade, but the industry still faces significant bottlenecks and gaps between development and manufacturing that ...

CRISPR-Cas gene editing has transformed research and industry, enabling precise genome modification for diverse applications, including therapeutic development. However, this method is not without ...

Scientists have discovered a new CRISPR mechanism with precise activity, expanding the potential applications of the existing CRISPR toolbox. The CRISPR ‘gene scissors’ have become an important basis ...

3D visualization of the production of a red fluorescent protein in a tadpole. The gene responsible for its production is specifically activated in muscle cells. A research team headed by the ...

This figure illustrates the evolution of CRISPR technology from 1987 to 2019, presented in a horizontal timeline format and categorized into four generations, each denoted by a distinct color: The ...

This article examines how CRISPR moved beyond the lab in 2025, proving it can safely and effectively edit genes in patients and crops alike. It highlights a turning point where precision, automation, ...

CRISPR gene editing has transitioned from a laboratory curiosity to a cornerstone of modern biotechnology, revolutionizing our approach to genetic diseases, including Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) disease ...