CRISPR-/Cas9 Based Genome Editing for Treating Genetic Disorders and Diseases (Original PDF from Publisher)

By Luis María Vaschetto

The CRISPR-Cas9 genome-editing system is creating a revolution in the science world. In the laboratory, CRISPR-Cas9 can efficiently be used to target specific genes, correct mutations and regulate gene expression of a wide array of cells and organisms, including human cells. CRISPR-/Cas9 Based Genome Editing for Treating Genetic Disorders and Diseases is a unique reading material for college students, academicians, and other health professionals interested in learning about the broad range of applications of CRISPR/Cas9 genetic scissors. Some topics included in this book are: the role of the CRISPR/Cas9 system in neuroscience, gene therapy, epigenome editing, genome mapping, cancer, virus infection control strategies, regulatory challenges and bioethical considerations.

Product Details

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ CRC Press; 1st edition (January 28, 2022)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 262 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0367542862
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0367542863
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 9780367542863
• eText ISBN: 9781000540833