Beyond CRISPR: Scientists Say New Gene Editing Tool Is Like a 'Word Processor' for DNA

CRISPR was one of the most influential breakthroughs of the last decade, but it’s still imperfect. While the gene editing tool is already helping people with genetic ailments, scientists are also looking to improve on it. Efforts have extended the CRISPR family to include less damaging, more accurate, and smaller versions of the gene editor. […]