OBJECTIVES AND TASKS OF BIOTECHNOLOGY: GENETIC EDITING AND CRISPR TECHNOLOGY

Аннотация

This article explores one of the most significant breakthroughs in modern biotechnology—genetic editing and CRISPR technology. Gene modification methods, especially the CRISPR-Cas9 system, enable precise and efficient DNA modifications, leading to transformative changes in medicine, agriculture, and environmental sciences. Scientific research confirms the vast potential of this technology in treating hereditary diseases, genetically modifying plants and animals, and opening new opportunities in biomedicine. Furthermore, the paper analyzes the ethical and legal aspects of CRISPR technology, its potential risks, and future challenges.