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Mitochondrial base editors (mitoBEs) offer precise and efficient editing of mitochondrial DNA for treating mitochondrial diseases. This study details a protocol for using mitoBEs, highlighting their strand-selectivity and versatility.

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  • Molecular Biology
  • Genetics
  • Biotechnology

Background:

  • Mitochondrial diseases pose significant challenges due to the difficulty of targeting mitochondrial DNA.
  • Existing gene editing tools often lack the precision and efficiency required for mitochondrial applications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a detailed experimental protocol for mitochondrial base editors (mitoBEs).
  • To facilitate the investigation and treatment of mitochondrial diseases using advanced base editing technologies.

Main Methods:

  • Integration of transcription-activator-like effector (TALE) proteins with single-stranded DNA deaminases (e.g., TadA8e-V106W, APOBEC1) and nickases (e.g., MutH, Nt.BspD6I(C)).
  • Development of a programmable base editing system for targeted modifications within the mitochondrial genome.

Main Results:

  • Mitochondrial base editing tools (mitoBEs) demonstrate high precision and efficiency in editing mitochondrial DNA.
  • The system offers strand-selectivity, enabling targeted base modifications.
  • Versatile editing capabilities are achieved through the use of various deaminases.

Conclusions:

  • MitoBEs represent a promising advancement for studying and treating mitochondrial disorders.
  • The provided protocol enables researchers to achieve proficient mitochondrial base editing.
  • This technology holds potential for diverse therapeutic applications targeting mitochondrial DNA defects.