CRISPRkit: Democratizing Gene Editing for the Next Generation of Scientists

CRISPRkit, a Stanford invention, makes CRISPR gene-editing technology affordable and accessible to classrooms. The kit includes everything needed for a CRISPR experiment, with results analyzed using a smartphone and website. Led by Stanley Qi, the project aims to democratize biology by bringing cutting-edge tech to students. Matthew Lau and Marvin Collins, who began working on this as high school and undergrad students, were instrumental in overcoming challenges like specialized equipment, biohazards, and high costs associated with CRISPR. They collaborated with teachers and students to refine the kit for classroom use. The team continues to strive for even greater affordability and accessibility, hoping to inspire future scientists and leaders in bioengineering.

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