Is CRISPR the answer to beating COVID-19? CRISPR, or clustered regularly interspaced palindromic repeats, is a technology that assists in genetically modifying human DNA to edit out or modify “bad” genes such as those that cause depression, physical disabilities, or make an individual more susceptible disease. So what does CRISPR have to do with COVID-19? PCR and rapid diagnostic testing for COVID-19 have been very pivotal in diagnosing COVID hot spots and determining what action plan to take, however, these tests are insubstantial and the need for testing is outgrowing the availability of tests. Because of its ability to identify and isolate specific genetic material, CRISPR technology can be turned into an indispensable tool for COVID testing. In fact, Sherlock Biosciences have already begun experimenting with the new technological use and the results have been highly accurate. CRISPR technology may be the answer to a healthier, safer future, in more ways than one.