Biotechnology and Medicinal Biochemistry

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The prospects of CRISPR/Cas9 aren’t just to treat malaria or diseases. In theory, it can be used to reverse aging, increase the life span of animals. It can allow us to adapt to the atmosphere and environment in other planets such as Mars which is a very sought-after planet in space travels. There are many options and the future is yet to unfold before us.

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