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[–] [email protected] 10 points 7 months ago (1 children)

One of the most promising uses of CRISPR that's being investigated right now is it's use to combat climate change by modifying plants to sequester carbon.

[–] [email protected] 5 points 7 months ago (1 children)

Also being used for treating sickle cell anemia

[–] [email protected] 2 points 7 months ago