Unveiling Off-Target Mutations in CRISPR Guide RNAs: Implications for Gene Region Specificity.
CRISPR J
; 7(3): 168-178, 2024 Jun.
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| ID: mdl-38922052
ABSTRACT
The revolutionary CRISPR-Cas9 technology has revolutionized genetic engineering, and it holds immense potential for therapeutic interventions. However, the presence of off-target mutations and mismatch capacity poses significant challenges to its safe and precise implementation. In this study, we explore the implications of off-target effects on critical gene regions, including exons, introns, and intergenic regions. Leveraging a benchmark dataset and using innovative data preprocessing techniques, we have put forth the advantages of categorical encoding over one-hot encoding in training machine learning classifiers. Crucially, we use latent class analysis (LCA) to uncover subclasses within the off-target range, revealing distinct patterns of gene region disruption. Our comprehensive approach not only highlights the critical role of model complexity in CRISPR applications but also offers a transformative off-target scoring procedure based on ML classifiers and LCA. By bridging the gap between traditional target-off scoring and comprehensive model analysis, our study advances the understanding of off-target effects and opens new avenues for precision genome editing in diverse biological contexts. This work represents a crucial step toward ensuring the safety and efficacy of CRISPR-based therapies, underscoring the importance of responsible genetic manipulation for future therapeutic applications.
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Repeticiones Palindrómicas Cortas Agrupadas y Regularmente Espaciadas
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Sistemas CRISPR-Cas
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Edición Génica
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ARN Guía de Sistemas CRISPR-Cas
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Mutación
Límite:
Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
CRISPR J
Año:
2024
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Article
Pais de publicación:
Estados Unidos