Summary of Edición del genoma de las garrapatas a través del método CRISPR Cas9

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The video discusses how scientists are using the CRISPR-Cas9 technology to edit the genomes of garrapatas, a type of spider. This technology is being used to reveal some of the secrets of the garrapata's genome, including how they interact with pathogens and how we could potentially avoid transmitting diseases to humans and livestock.

• 00:00:00 This video discusses how scientists in the United States were able to modify the genome of garrapatas using the CRISPR-Cas9 technology. This technology is used to edit the genetic code of cells. This technology is being applied to mosquitoes and other arthropods. The professor who made this announcement, Jason Rasgan, epidemiologist from the United States, mentions that the problem is getting worse due to climate change, allowing more garrapatas to invade new areas and put more people and animals at risk. The CRISPR-Cas9 technology is being used to reveal some of the secrets of the garrapata's genome, including how they interact with pathogens and how we could potentially avoid transmitting diseases to humans and livestock.
• 00:05:00 The video discusses the CRISPR Cas9 gene editing technology, which is being used to edit the genomes of garrapatas (a type of spider). These spiders are the natural vectors of certain diseases, but the embryos of this spider are very difficult to penetrate due to their thick exoskeleton and thick layer of wax covering them. The removal of this wax before insemination prevents the formation of wax build-up inside the eggs, which can then interfere with the embryo's development. The garrapatas have a special organ called a gym that produces wax, and by removing this wax with a surgical procedure, the researchers were able to edit the eggs so that they would not be able to reproduce. The embryos that were edited with CRISPR Cas9 survived at a rate of approximately 10%. This technology has many applications, such as the prevention of animal diseases, as well as the modification of animals with specific genetic modifications or plants that are resistant to environmental conditions. Three years ago, this scientist was arrested for conducting an experimental gene editing procedure that had no scientific basis. This unfortunate news has led to a wave of condemnation from all corners of society. In the end, the video provides an update on this scientist's situation.