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World CRISPR Day is here! Learn about the incredible technology, its ethical implications, and how it's changing our world.
On October 20, celebrate World CRISPR Day and learn all about the amazing technology that has revolutionized genetics! CRISPR stands for Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats, a genetic editing technique that allows scientists to easily add, delete or modify sections of DNA. This breakthrough technology was first developed in 2012 and since then has been used for a wide range of applications such as gene therapy, disease treatment and even crop improvement. So mark your calendar and join us in celebrating World CRISPR Day on October 20!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1987</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Discovery of CRISPR Sequences</div><div class='timeline-text'>CRISPR sequences were first discovered in E. coli, leading to a new era of scientific research.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Prokaryote Immune System Discoveries</div><div class='timeline-text'>Researchers uncover the key role of CRISPR sequences as a prokaryotic immune system against viruses.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>CRISPR-Cas9 System Development</div><div class='timeline-text'>Jennifer Doudna and Emmanuelle Charpentier develop the CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing technology.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First In-Human Use Announced</div><div class='timeline-text'>Chinese researchers announce the first in-human use of CRISPR Cas-9 genome editing on embryos for research purposes.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Clinical Trials</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first clinical trials using CRISPR technology to treat genetic disorders such as sickle cell disease and cancer begin.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Nobel Prize in Chemistry</div><div class='timeline-text'>Jennifer Doudna and Emmanuelle Charpentier receive the Nobel Prize in chemistry for the development of CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing technology.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Explore CRISPR technology</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to research and explore CRISPR and its applications to biology, medicine, and other fields. Learn more about the science behind it and what it can do.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a CRISPR event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Look for a CRISPR event in your area. Events like conferences, seminars, lectures, and symposiums are great ways to connect with experts in the field and learn more about new advances in the technology.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer for a CRISPR project</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Search for volunteer opportunities like clinical trials for CRISPR research or help with data entry for a study. You can also join a local advocacy group or research team.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a CRISPR art project</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative and create art that celebrates CRISPR technology. Whether it’s drawing, painting, collage, or even a sculpture, find ways to express your admiration for this revolutionary technology.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share your knowledge</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Knowledge is power! Share what you know about CRISPR with friends and family. Take the opportunity to teach them about its potential applications and how it’s changing the world.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>CRISPR helps advance medical treatments</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>CRISPR technology has revolutionized the field of medicine. It is being used to develop better treatments for genetic diseases and to find effective therapies for cancer. CRISPR can also be used to correct genetic defects before they cause any harm, allowing us to prevent certain illnesses before they occur.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>CRISPR improves agricultural output</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>CRISPR is being used by scientists to create more durable and disease-resistant crops. This can lead to higher crop yields and improved nutrition in food products, which can have a positive impact on people all over the world who suffer from malnutrition or hunger.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>CRISPR facilitates research on genealogy</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The ability to identify specific genes allows researchers to trace ancestral lineages and study hereditary traits. It can be used as an invaluable tool for understanding our past and learning more about our own genetics, making it an important tool for discovery in history and anthropology.</p></div></div>
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