Gene delivery
Gene Delivery
Gene delivery (pronunciation: /dʒiːn dɪˈlɪvəri/) is a process by which foreign DNA is transferred into a cell. It is a crucial step in genetic engineering and gene therapy.
Etymology
The term "gene delivery" is derived from the English words "gene", which comes from the Greek word "genos" meaning race or kind, and "delivery", which originates from the Old French "delivrer" meaning to set free.
Definition
Gene delivery involves the introduction of genetic material, such as DNA or RNA, into a cell to alter its properties. This process is used in research to study gene function and regulation. In medicine, it is used to treat genetic disorders, cancers, and viral infections.
Methods
There are several methods of gene delivery, including viral vectors, non-viral vectors, and physical methods. Viral vectors use viruses to deliver the genetic material into the cell. Non-viral vectors use chemical compounds or physical processes to deliver the genes. Physical methods include microinjection, gene gun, and electroporation.
Applications
Gene delivery has a wide range of applications in both research and medicine. In research, it is used to study gene function and regulation. In medicine, it is used in gene therapy to treat genetic disorders, cancers, and viral infections. It is also used in the production of genetically modified organisms.
Related Terms
- Genetic Engineering
- Gene Therapy
- Viral Vector
- Non-Viral Vector
- Microinjection
- Gene Gun
- Electroporation
- Genetically Modified Organisms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Gene delivery
- Wikipedia's article - Gene delivery
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