Introduction to Genes and Gene Editing

The video discusses the groundbreaking genetic editing of Lulu and Nana, the first genetically edited babies, using CRISPR technology to provide HIV immunity. It explains the basics of CRISPR, a tool discovered in 2012, which allows precise editing of DNA. The video also explores personal DNA testing for insights into health and personality traits. It highlights the potential of CRISPR in medicine, offering permanent cures for genetic diseases by editing DNA in specific cells or organs.

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