The impact of gene editing technology on agricultural economic efficiency Biomechanical Applications: An empirical analysis based on international CRISPR patent data

Gene editing technology, particularly CRISPR has revolutionized the field of biology, agriculture and biomechanics, significantly enhancing the global agricultural economic efficiency and enabling advancements in biomechanical research. CRISPR technology has emerged since around 2012, and has rapidly become a hotspot for research on gene editing technology. Utilizing the precise and efficient genome editing capability of CRISPR, the technology has made breakthroughs in enhancing crop resistance to insect pests, improving drought resistance, and increasing the nutritional value, and enhanced agricultural economic benefits. In parallel, CRISPR has also enabled innovative applications in biomechanics, such as the development of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) with optimized musculoskeletal structures for improved mechanical performance and the study of gene functions in biomechanical systems. In this study, we integrated CRISPR patent data from 13 countries and regions with different regions and development levels from 2015–2022, constructed the Agricultural Economic Index (AEI) through principal component analysis, and used regression models to quantitatively assess the economic benefits of CRISPR technology, while also exploring its potential impact on biomechanical research and applications. The results of the study show that there is a significant positive correlation between the number of CRISPR patents and agricultural economic efficiency, validating its key role in promoting agricultural transformation and sustainable development. This study highlights the dual impact of gene editing technology in promoting economic growth and fostering bio-innovation, while also exploring its potential impact on biomechanical research and applications. This research provides empirical evidence of CRISPR's strategic value in agriculture and biomechanics, emphasizing the importance of technological innovation f enhancing economic efficiency and advancing scientific frontiers.