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Gene editing ‘blocks virus transmission’ in human cells

“Once the virus is recognised, the CRISPR enzyme is activated and chops up the virus,” she said.


Paris (AFP)

Scientists have used CRISPR gene-editing technology to successfully block the transmission of the SARS-CoV-2 virus in infected human cells, according to research released Tuesday that could pave the way for Covid-19 treatments.

Writing in the journal Nature Communications, researchers in Australia said the tool was effective against viral transmissions in lab tests, adding that they hoped to begin animal trials soon.

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