Gene delivery

Delivering DNA into cells for various purposes can be achieved via viruseswhich naturally can infect certain cells, as well as gene guns (biolistics) for plants.

Delivering DNA to plants via gene guns involves firing tiny metal pellets covered with DNA into plant cells.

Once inside the cell, the DNA delivered will be transcribed and translated by cell machinery. The protein encoded by the DNA depends on the gene included. This varies by application.

Gene technology in research and agriculture

Knockout mice

Gene tech is used in research by creating specific mouse models. By removing a certain gene, or including another, mice are bred to present particular things. Researchers can buy diabetic mice, mice that will get heart disease, high blood pressure, hairless……