Gene Editing Technologies in Plant Science

Increasing investments arise in the field of gene-editing technologies in the field of plant science but rises some ethical and societal debates.

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As the boundaries of science continue to expand, a new horizon of possibilities has begun to unveil itself with the advent of gene editing technologies. The groundbreaking CRISPR-Cas9 system, in particular, has triggered a revolution in plant science. This dynamic transformation is laden with promises of increasing crop yields, enhancing disease resistance, and improving the nutritional profiles of various crops. However, as is typical of any leap in technological advancement, these innovations also come with their fair share of concerns and challenges that warrant a critical examination.