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The CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing tool is known as the sharpest tool in the genetic engineering arsenal and has revolutionised research in molecular and cell biology. Professor Emmanuelle Charpentier made a major contribution to the discovery of the gene scissors during her time at Umeå University – for which she was awarded the 2020 Nobel Prize in Chemistry, together with Jennifer A Doudna. This page brings together material related to the gene scissors CRISPR-Cas9.
A breakthrough in Umeå laid the foundation for CRISPR-Cas9, a revolutionary tool.
Popular science explanation of CRISPR-Cas9. Click "CC" for English subtitles.
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Emmanuelle Charpentier, Nobel Prize laureate in chemistry visited Umeå University.
She discovered the Nobel prize-winning gene scissors in Umeå. Now she is an honorary citizen of the city.
Experts and staff at Umeå University on the significance of the Nobel Prize.
The Nobel Laureate reflects on her discovery, her time at Umeå University and the future of gene editing.
Túlio's research is about saprolegnosis - a fungi disease that affect freshwater fishes.
The discovery reveals DNA's active role in cells and gives new possibilities to study cancer and diabetes.
A specific gene may play a key role to prevent muscle in the body from breaking down in muscle diseases,
Åsa Strand wants to develop robust crops to ensure food security for the world's population.
Key pieces of the puzzle for the gene scissors were discovered in Umeå. The tool is used for many things.
Studies of zebrafish provide clues for new treatments for human muscle diseases, according to a thesis.
Bernt Eric Uhlin, professor of molecular biology, talks about the MIMS research laboratory. Subtitled in English.
Professors describe the atmosphere at Umeå University.
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