I am a scientist, businessman, author, and philanthropist. For nearly two decades, I was a professor at Harvard Medical School and Harvard School of Public Health where I founded two academic research departments, the Division of Biochemical Pharmacology and the Division of Human Retrovirology.
, a deaf baby , has captured widespread interest. Restoring her hearing through gene therapy holds potential for individuals with genetic deafness and other inherited conditions. Opal Sandy was born with a genetic impairment for hearing; in normal circumstances, she could expect to be deaf her whole life. Gene therapy has changed that dramatically as it has enabled her to hear.
While the future of gene therapy looks promising, it is essential to approach it realistically. Challenges such as high treatment costs, ethical considerations, and potential long-term effects must be addressed. Extensive research and clinical trials are necessary to ensure the safety and efficacy of these therapies. The medical community must also navigate regulatory hurdles and secure funding to bring these treatments from the lab to the clinic.
In this subseries, we focus specifically on gene therapies. We explore the current treatments and examine the advances poised to transform healthcare. Each article in this collection delves into a different aspect of gene therapy's role within the larger narrative of Regenerative Medicine.Our community is about connecting people through open and thoughtful conversations. We want our readers to share their views and exchange ideas and facts in a safe space.
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