CRISPR: Gene Editing and Beyond

The most common form of muscular dystrophy is called Duchenne. The disease is caused by a faulty gene that interferes with how muscle cells produce a protein called dystrophin. It’s part of a vital protein complex that works to strengthen and protect muscle fibers.

Spiderman and CRISPR-Taming Chemist Amit Choudhary both tell us that "with great power comes great responsibility". In Amit's case, he speaks of power and responsibility with CRISPR gene editing technology.

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