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GENE THERAPY: MOLECULAR BANDAGE?



GENE THERAPY: MOLECULAR BANDAGE ?

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WHAT IS GENE THERAPY ?
The what and why of gene therapy research.

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CHOOSING TARGETS FOR GENE THERAPY
See how researchers decide which disorders are appropriate for gene therapy.

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GENE DELIVERY: THE KEY TO GENE THERAPY
Putting therapeutic genes into cells is easier said than done. Find out why.

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CYSTIC FIBROSIS: CASE STUDY
An in depth look at the genetic disorder cystic fibrosis and the application of gene therapy as a potential treatment.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Links to current news and in-depth information about gene therapy.

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TOOLS OF THE TRADE
Explore the methods for delivering genes into cells.

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SPACE DOCTOR
You are the doctor! Design and test gene therapy treatments with ailing aliens.
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FROM RESEARCH TO TRIALS
How long does it take? Follow a gene therapy treatment from the lab to the clinic.

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CHALLENGES IN GENE THERAPY
Why isn't gene therapy a smashing success?

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NEW APPROACHES TO GENE THERAPY
Examine some up-and-coming techniques in the gene therapy arena.

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ENHANCEMENT: GENE THERAPY & SCIENCE FICTION
Can we use gene therapy techniques to create designer humans?

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WHAT ARE SOME ISSUES IN GENE THERAPY ?
Consider some important questions in the debate over gene therapy research.