CRISPR (Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats)

CRISPR is a groundbreaking technology used in genetics to edit DNA, which is the blueprint of life. Originally discovered in bacteria as a defense mechanism against viruses, CRISPR allows scientists to precisely modify genes by cutting DNA at specific locations. This can be used to correct genetic disorders, enhance crops, or explore biological functions. The system relies on a guide RNA that directs an enzyme, typically Cas9, to the target DNA sequence. Its simplicity and efficiency have revolutionized genetic research and hold great promise for medicine, agriculture, and biotechnology.