The adenovirus has been genetically engineered to act as a vector to bring genes into the cells for human gene therapy. Suggest a virus that could be used as a vector to carry genes into plants for plant gene therapy.
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One such virus is the Tobacco Mosaic Virus (TMV). This virus is known to infect a wide range of plants, especially tobacco plants. It has been extensively studied and its structure and life cycle are well understood. Secondly, the virus needs to be genetically Show more…
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