Gene cloning has numerous applications across different fields:
Medical Research: Cloning helps in understanding the genetic basis of diseases, leading to the development of new diagnostics and treatments. Pharmaceutical Production: Cloned genes are used to produce drugs and vaccines. For example, the production of human insulin in bacteria. Agriculture: Creating genetically modified crops with desirable traits such as drought resistance and improved nutritional content. Gene Therapy: Introducing healthy genes into patients to treat genetic disorders like cystic fibrosis and muscular dystrophy. Basic Research: Studying the function and regulation of genes in model organisms.
