By Paul McClureMay 14, 2023 Researchers have developed a tool based on CRISPR tech that can rapidly detect oral bacteria from a saliva sample Depositphotos Thanks to a novel tool that detects bacteria in saliva using SHERLOCK, the evolution of CRISPR, you may soon be able to leave the dentist after a checkup with more comprehensive...
Researchers demonstrate the fluorescent signal generated by SHERLOCK.SCOTT SASSONE/BROAD INSTITUTE If the genome-editing powerhouse CRISPR were a dog, it would be the kind you can train to retrieve everything from Frisbees to slippers to a cold beer. In research reported on Thursday, scientists trained their puppy to be so discriminating it can tell Zika’s genetic...
