News Genetics

A CRISPR spin-off causes unintended typos in DNA

Gene editors that target DNA bases may not be as safe as thought

DNA editing

TOUCHING BASES A molecular tool that alters one DNA letter at a time may be overzealous, editing spots in the DNA it was never intended to change.

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By Tina Hesman Saey

- More than 2 years ago

Even the best editor sometimes introduces typos.