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Generation of Genomic Deletions in Mammalian Cell Lines via CRISPR/Cas9
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Guide for generating single-cell-derived knockout clones in mammalian cell lines using the CRISPR/Cas9 system
Taeyeon Hong1, Seung-Min Bae2, Gwonhwa Song3
1Department of Biological Sciences, College of Science, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon 16419, Republic of Korea.
Molecules and Cells
|June 27, 2024
Summary
This study guides researchers on using clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats-associated protein 9 (CRISPR-Cas9) for precise genome editing. It details methods for generating knockout cell lines and provides insights for applications in human and animal cell research.
Area of Science:
- Molecular Biology
- Genetics
- Biotechnology
Background:
- Genome editing enables targeted modifications across diverse organisms.
- The clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats-associated protein 9 (CRISPR-Cas9) system is a powerful tool for precise gene editing.
- CRISPR-Cas9 has significant clinical potential in genetic disease correction and cancer therapeutics.
Keywords:
Clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats-associated protein 9Culture systemGenome editingSingle-guide RNAMore Related Videos
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