Scientists Caution Against Using CRISPR for Conservation

Nov 16

Written By maryb

Scientists are urging caution in the use of new genetic technologies for conservation purposes. In a new article, two scientists examine the possible consequences of the accidental spread of self-propagating gene drive systems and advocate for open international discussions of such technologies.Read the whole post at the PLOS Ecology Blog: CRISPR for Conservation? Not So Fast.

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