TALEN Enzyme (IMAGE) Technical University of Munich (TUM) Caption Modern DNA cutting tools allow genetic defects to be easily and quickly injected into mouse cells. TALEN enzymes bind to a particular gene, cutting the DNA strand at that location. Credit Graphic: C. Sturz/TUM Usage Restrictions Free for coverage on Technische Universitaet Muenchen with copyright mentioned. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.