Revolutionizing Organ Transplants with Gene Editing

This chapter explores the innovative use of CRISPR technology to modify pig cells for human organ transplants, highlighting the DNA similarities between species. It follows the emotional journey of a donor pig named Raphael, who undergoes rigorous preparations for a kidney donation to save a man named Tim Andrews. The narrative culminates in a groundbreaking surgical procedure where Raphael's kidney successfully functions in a human recipient, showcasing the profound impact of xenotransplantation on both human and animal lives.