Genome-engineering technologies for modeling and treatment of cystic fibrosis

Adv Med Sci. 2023 Mar;68(1):111-120. doi: 10.1016/j.advms.2023.02.003. Epub 2023 Mar 12.

Abstract

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is an autosomal recessive disease caused by defects in the CF transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) protein. Due to the genetic nature of the disease, interventions in the genome can target any underlying alterations and potentially provide permanent disease resolution. The current development of gene-editing tools, such as designer nuclease technology capable of genome correction, holds great promise for both CF and other genetic diseases. In recent years, Cas9-based technologies have enabled the generation of genetically defined human stem cell and disease models based on induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC). In this article, we outline the potential and possibilities of using CRISPR/Cas9-based gene-editing technology in CF modeling.

Keywords: CRISPR; Cystic fibrosis; Prime editing; Stem cell-based disease modeling; hiPSC.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Cystic Fibrosis* / genetics
  • Cystic Fibrosis* / therapy
  • Gene Editing
  • Humans
  • Technology