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"Genetically Modified Transparent Squid: A Breakthrough for Brain Research"
science-and-technology2 years ago

"Genetically Modified Transparent Squid: A Breakthrough for Brain Research"

Researchers at the Marine Biological Laboratory have successfully genetically engineered a transparent squid using CRISPR technology. By deactivating genes responsible for pigment production, the squid becomes nearly invisible, allowing for unprecedented observation of its internal processes. This breakthrough provides a new model organism for studying cephalopods, which have advanced cognitive abilities and complex nervous systems. The transparent squid will enable researchers to study biological function at a higher resolution and gain insights into the unique biology of cephalopods.

Transparent Squid Reveals Cephalopod Nervous System
science2 years ago

Transparent Squid Reveals Cephalopod Nervous System

Scientists have genetically engineered an albino transparent squid, Euprymna berryi, in the lab using CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing. This is the first time scientists have been able to breed a genetically modified cephalopod over multiple generations. The transparent squid will enable researchers to study these intriguing marine animals in ways we’ve never been able to before, particularly in the field of neurobiology. The creation of this genetically engineered transparent squid is a significant leap forward in our understanding of cephalopods and will stimulate further study and provoke thought-provoking questions.