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We are proud to share that our project partners from the University of Düsseldorf have recently published a new scientific review in Trends in Plant Science titled "𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁: 𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗺-𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗽𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗣𝗥 𝗯𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟯𝟱". The review explores how CRISPR-based gene editing is opening new pathways for developing GMO-free crops, with major implications for food security, sustainability, and public acceptance. Among the key insights highlighted in the article: 🌱 CRISPR-edited crops are already moving into commercial markets, demonstrating that precision breeding is becoming a practical reality; 🌱 In several countries, gene-edited crops without foreign DNA can be classified differently from traditional GMOs, helping reduce regulatory barriers; 🌱 Recent advances in post-transcriptional editing make it possible to fine-tune gene expression with high precision, without inserting foreign genes 🌱 Consumer studies show growing acceptance of gene editing compared with conventional GM approaches The review also outlines a forward-looking perspective: by 2035, CRISPR-edited crops could play an important role in delivering high-yielding, stress-resilient and nutrient-efficient agricultural systems, while supporting more sustainable food production. This publication is highly relevant to the ambitions of the BEST-CROP project, where we work to unlock innovative strategies for crop improvement and circular bioeconomy solutions. Congratulations to the HHU team and all co-authors on this important contribution to the future of plant science and sustainable agriculture! Read the full article here 👇 https://lnkd.in/dPWyHiy4 #BESTCROP #CRISPR #PlantScience #GenomeEditing #SustainableAgriculture #FoodSecurity #CircularBioeconomy #HorizonEurope