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Something like this is possible with CRISPR by tagging endogenous genes with fluorescent proteins. In this way, the output of that particular genetic line of co
by jeegnomejeff 11y ago
Something like this is possible with CRISPR by tagging endogenous genes with fluorescent proteins. In this way, the output of that particular genetic line of code can be traced. It's not a perfect metaphor, and the method doesn't scale genome-wide, but its a clever thought.
- daveguy 11y agoAlso, iirc, there are several studies under way to permit in vivo activation/deactivation of specific genes. CRISPR the switch in place and subject it to the stimulus (magnetic, light, sound). Changing the phenotype on the fly.