Genetic Strategy Reverses Insecticide Resistance

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Original post: Newswise - Drug and Drug Abuse Genetic Strategy Reverses Insecticide Resistance

Using CRISPR/Cas9 technology, scientists have genetically created a method to reverse insecticide resistance. Their gene replacement strategy offers a new way to fight deadly malaria spread and reduce the use of pesticides that protect valuable food crops.