Simple bacteria have an immune system with a memory, which allows them to destroy invading viruses they have encountered in the past. In just two years, scientists have discovered how to repurpose the simple virus-shredding technique used by bacteria in more complicated creatures, a feat that is now revolutionizing research across the Boston area and beyond. George Church, professor of genetics, is quoted. Eric Lander, professor of systems biology and founding director of the Broad Institute, is quoted. J. Keith Joung, associate professor of pathology at Massachusetts General Hospital, is quoted.
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