Basics of CRISPR/Cas Mediated Plant Genome Editing
Author | : Anshu Alok |
Publisher | : CRC Press |
Total Pages | : 329 |
Release | : 2024-08-23 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781040112137 |
ISBN-13 | : 1040112137 |
Rating | : 4/5 (37 Downloads) |
Download or read book Basics of CRISPR/Cas Mediated Plant Genome Editing written by Anshu Alok and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2024-08-23 with total page 329 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CRISPR/Cas has emerged, as a powerful genetic engineering tool. It is simple yet highly affordable and robust. This book provides a basic introduction to the mechanism and architecture of the CRISPR/Cas. It enlightens the readers about the new advancements such as gene insertion, transcriptional activation, suppression, gene tagging, multiplexing, base editing, prime editing, and tissue culture free editing which makes it easier for crop improvement. With such technologies, application of genome editing has opened new paths for crop improvements and sustainable agriculture. The current book will be useful for beginners to understand these tools and how to use them in a better and more efficient way.