Genetic engineering. Computer artwork showing a molecule of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) being manipulated during genetic engineering. A section of the DNA molecule at centre has been cut away using an enzyme and is being removed at right. A replacement section is being added at left. DNA contains the inherited instructions necessary for the development of a living organism. It consists of two helical strands joined by bases (blue bars) which form the genetic code. Here,a new section of DNA,perhaps a gene coding for a hormone such as insulin,is being spliced into the DNA. Genes such as this are needed to treat people who lack them through a process known as gene therapy | |
Licence : | Droits gérés |
Crédit: | Science Photo Library / Laguna Design |
Taille de l’image : | 3572 px × 2995 px |
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