"Genetically Modified Trees: A Sustainable Solution for Climate Change and Paper Production"
TL;DR
Scientists at Ohio State University have used CRISPR editing to genetically modify trees and design wood with lignin that is more suitable for fiber production. The research aims to increase the efficiency and productivity of wood fiber production to meet the growing demand for renewable tissue, paper, packaging, textile, and other fiber products.
Topics:top-newsscience-and-technology#crispr-editing#genetic-modification#lignin#science-and-technology#sustainable-wood#trees
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