A CRISPR gene drive for mice is one step closer to reality

The genetic tool might one day help control invasive wild rodents

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DRIVEN OUT  A genetic tool called a gene drive may one day help control or eliminate invasive rodent populations. Scientists have taken a first step toward creating a gene drive in mice, but the tool is not ready for use in the wild.

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Scientists are getting closer to creating a genetic pest-control measure against rodents.