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Researchers have demonstrated that it is possible to use the CRISPR gene-editing tool to stop SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, from replicating in infected human cells. The demonstration was done in culture cells in the lab so it is not a forthcoming treatment yet, but this approach could be revolutionary in the medium and long term. As reported in Nature Communications, the team used the enzyme CRISPR-Cas13b to bind itself to the part of the virus’ genetic code – its RNA – used for replication. The enzyme degrades this bit of information leaving the virus unable to replicate. “The flexibility of CRISPR-Cas13 – which only needs the viral sequence – means we can look to rapidly design antivirals for COVID-19 and any new emerging viruses,” senior author Professor Sharon Lewin, from the Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity in Australia, said in a statement. ....
Researchers in Australia said the tool was effective against viral transmissions in lab tests, adding that they hoped to begin animal trials soon. AFP PARIS: Scientists have used CRISPR gene-editing technology to successfully block the transmission of the SARS-CoV-2 virus in infected human cells, according to research released on Tuesday that could pave the way for Covid-19 treatments. Writing in the journal Nature Communications, researchers in Australia said the tool was effective against viral transmissions in lab tests, adding that they hoped to begin animal trials soon. CRISPR, which allows scientists to alter DNA sequences and modify gene function, has already shown promise in eliminating the genetic coding that drives the development of children’s cancer. ....
Wednesday, 14 Jul 2021 08:18 AM MYT CRISPR, which allows scientists to alter DNA sequences and modify gene function, has already shown promise in eliminating the genetic coding that drives the development of children’s cancer. Istock pic via ETX Studio Follow us on Instagram and subscribe to our Telegram channel for the latest updates. PARIS, July 14 Scientists have used CRISPR gene-editing technology to successfully block the transmission of the SARS-CoV-2 virus in infected human cells, according to research released yesterday that could pave the way for Covid-19 treatments. Writing in the journal Nature Communications, researchers in Australia said the tool was effective against viral transmissions in lab tests, adding that they hoped to begin animal trials soon. ....