Feng Zhang

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• 13 Scientists Defining Global Progress in the 21st Century

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  A key figure in adapting CRISPR for use in mammalian cells, Zhang expanded gene editing’s therapeutic potential. His work has driven advances in neuroscience, genetic disease treatment, and biotechnology startups. He remains central to next-generation genome-editing tools.

• 14 Scientists Whose 21st-Century Breakthroughs Changed Everyday Life

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  Zhang played a central role in adapting CRISPR systems for genome editing in human cells. His lab has expanded gene-editing technologies beyond CRISPR-Cas9, contributing to neuroscience and disease research. His work accelerated the therapeutic application of gene editing.

• 12 Scientists Driving the Biggest Breakthroughs of the 21st Century

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  Zhang played a crucial role in adapting CRISPR for use in human cells, accelerating its application in biomedical research. His work expanded the gene-editing toolbox with new CRISPR systems. The resulting therapies are now being tested for conditions such as sickle cell disease.