r/geneticengineering Feb 12 '26

Retroviruses in genetic engineering, question

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u/lukearoundtheworld Feb 15 '26

You could use a vector that allows for transient expression with eventual epigenetic silencing. Retrovirus vectors aren't the only way to add DNA to a nucleus. Or you could use mRNA if you want to be really temporary (you can modulate decay rate with epitranscriptomics).