The biologist spoke about the features of strawberries with an edited genome

Biologist Dmitry Safonov said that strawberries with an edited genome slow down the aging process, which is why they are called "rejuvenating".

In conversation with aif.ru On Wednesday, September 10, the expert explained that "rejuvenating strawberries" are created using genetic engineering — genome editing to enhance their beneficial properties. This product is rich in antioxidants and geroprotectors that slow down aging at the cellular level.

The biologist clarified that the quercetin contained in strawberries neutralizes free radicals, reduces inflammation and helps slow down the processes of cellular aging.

Strawberries were presented at the Sirius University of Science and Technology. It contains 12 times more quercetin than regular.

On September 9, scientists from Sirius University of Science and Technology demonstrated to Russian President Vladimir Putin new plant varieties developed using genome editing technology. It is specified that quercetin is a useful flavonoid substance with antioxidant properties. The scientists also noted that such fruits and berries do not need to be treated with pesticides.

On the same day, in addition to strawberries, Putin was shown merlot grapes with an edited genome. According to Roman Ivanov, chairman of the Sirius Scientific Council, Russian scientists have bred grapes resistant to fungal infections for the first time in the world. kp.ru . The laboratory also presented other plants created with the help of genetic engineering, writes RT. Putin asked if such plants needed chemical treatment. Ivanov replied that edited grapes can be grown without "chemistry," NSN notes.

The university's laboratory complex, opened in September 2022, is equipped with modern equipment for research in the fields of genetics, biotechnology, medicine and agriculture, IA Regnum reports.

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