Researchers have developed a CRISPR system that effectively targets and destroys cancer cells with a common mutation in the p53 gene, found in about half of all cancers. The method, led by Jennifer Doudna’s Innovative Genomics Institute, shows promising results, selectively killing mutated cells while leaving healthy ones intact, thanks to its ability to differentiate between them by a single DNA building block. This programmable technique allows for rapid adaptation to new mutations by creating new guide RNA, presenting a significant advancement over traditional cancer treatments that often harm healthy cells.
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