Seonglae ChoHuman
CRISPR Study Is First to Change DNA in Participants
For the first time, scientists are altering DNA in a living human. With more research this study could help lead to the development of procedures that can help to correct other genetic disorders. The study uses CRISPR technology, which can alter DNA.
https://www.healthline.com/health-news/crispr-study-is-first-to-change-dna-in-participants
Animal
Researchers Fix Cholesterol in Monkeys Through CRISPR Gene Editing
According to the CDC, heart disease is the leading cause of death for men, women, and people of most racial and ethnic groups in the United States. It is estimated that one person dies every 36 secondsin the United States from cardiovascular disease.
https://interestingengineering.com/researchers-fix-cholesterol-in-monkeys-through-crispr?utm_source=tldrnewsletter
Others
Scientists Used CRISPR to Engineer a New 'Superbug' That's Invincible to All Viruses
Can we reprogram existing life at will? To synthetic biologists, the answer is yes. The central code for biology is simple. DNA letters, in groups of three, are translated into amino acids-Lego blocks that make proteins. Proteins build our bodies, regulate our metabolism, and allow us to function as living beings.
https://singularityhub.com/2021/06/08/scientists-used-crispr-to-engineer-a-new-superbug-thats-invincible-to-all-viruses/?utm_source=tldrnewsletter
CRISPR tomatoes genetically engineered to be richer in vitamin D
Vitamin D deficiency is a growing health issue, but very few foods are rich in the nutrient. To help combat the problem, scientists have now used CRISPR gene editing to fortify tomatoes with vitamin D. By helping the body absorb and retain calcium and phosphorus, vitamin D is especially crucial for good bone health and strengthening the immune system.
https://newatlas.com/science/tomatoes-crispr-genetic-engineering-vitamin-d
CRISPR injected into the blood treats a genetic disease for first time
The gene editor CRISPR excels at fixing disease mutations in lab-grown cells. But using CRISPR to treat most people with genetic disorders requires clearing an enormous hurdle: getting the molecular scissors into the body and having it slice DNA in the tissues where it's needed.
https://www.sciencemag.org/news/2021/06/crispr-injected-blood-treats-genetic-disease-first-time?utm_source=tldrnewsletter
