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Dr. Nikolay Kandul: Precision Insect Control with Gene Editing
Dr. Nikolay Kandul: Precision Insect Control with Gene Editing
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Length:
33 minutes
Released:
Sep 3, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Insects cause massive losses in human health and agriculture. Scientists have implemented Sterile Insect Technique for over 50 years, a process to suppress populations by introducing genetically-damaged insects into natural settings. Upon mating, the offspring. Scientists have now used gene editing techniques to selectively suppress the Spotted Wing Drosophila, a costly pest in agricultural contexts. Today's podcast is an interview with Dr. Nikolay Kandul, a scientist working with a team that has used an innovative Cas9/gene editing approach to suppress populations of this devastating and costly invasive pest. The application seeks to cut insecticide use and costs for farmers and consumers.
Released:
Sep 3, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
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