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What are some of the latest developments in the field of genetics?
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Some of the latest developments in genetics include advances in DNA sequencing technology, gene editing technologies such as CRISPR/Cas9 and TALENs, advances in genetic testing methods, and research into the effects of epigenetics on gene expression. Additionally, new techniques for studying complex traits, such as Genome-Wide Association Studies (GWAS), have allowed scientists to identify many genes associated with various diseases and conditions.