👉 Disease engineering is an interdisciplinary field that applies principles from biology, genetics, and bioengineering to design, modify, or create biological systems for therapeutic purposes, often with the goal of treating or preventing diseases. This involves manipulating genetic material and cellular processes to correct dysfunctional pathways, produce therapeutic proteins, or develop novel treatments. Techniques include gene editing (e.g., CRISPR-Cas9), synthetic biology, and the creation of engineered cells or tissues. By precisely altering biological components, disease engineering aims to address the root causes of diseases, offering potential cures for conditions ranging from genetic disorders like cystic fibrosis to complex illnesses such as cancer and autoimmune diseases.
