Gene-editing tool CRISPR opens a world of possibilities for rare genetic diseases

CRISPR gene-editing tool has scientists thrilled — but nervous. By Kelly Crowe, CBC News Posted: Nov 30, 2015 5:00 AM ET

The CRISPR system allows anyone with basic molecular biology training to edit the genome with a pinpoint precision not possible before, in addition CRISPR editing is relatively cheap once established.
Much remains to be done in scientific and legal aspects, would be able to eradicate human gene mutations from all future generations?. There is also a strong ethical concern, it could be used to cure genetic diseases or also for eugenic purposes.


 CRISPR gene-editing tool has scientists thrilled — but nervous.