Researchers now understand that most microorganisms have sophisticated immune systems of which CRISPR is just one element; but there has been no good way to identify these systems. In a massive, systematic study, scientists have now revealed the existence of 10 previously unknown immune defense mechanisms in bacteria.
Researchers now understand that most microorganisms have sophisticated immune systems of which CRISPR is just one element; but there has been no good way to identify these systems. In a massive, systematic study, scientists have now revealed the existence of 10 previously unknown immune defense mechanisms in bacteria.
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