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by chr1 2822 days ago
We need to invest more into development of gene drives for elimination of agricultural pests.

The recent development of gene drive on doublesex gene for mosquitoes gives hope that it can work for majority of insects.

And if we find a way to use similar technique for plants, the resulting reduction of pesticide use will be helpful not only for the people but also for remaining species of insects and plants.