Tags: Gene therapy

A New Medical Discovery That Uses Gene to Treat a Disorder Without Drugs or Surgery

MEDICINE & HEALTH 04.08.2019 20:04 PM

Molecules with the potential of trapping viruses inside a cell In gene therapy, the delivery vehicles used are viruses since they are designed not to damage the cell when they reach there, but not considering how the virus makes their exit from the cell could have consequences.

Gene Therapy Eliminates Prostate Cancer Cells Better

12.13.2015 22:50 PM

A long-term clinical trial conducted by the Houston Methodist Hospital revealed that a combination of radiation and gene therapies can give a more effective treatment against prostate cancer.

Gene Therapy Could Be Getting an Upgrade

04.02.2015 15:12 PM

Gene Therapy Could Be Getting an Upgrade If you're a repeat reader of this website, then you might be familiar with CRISPR-Cas9. But in case you're new, let's review.

Erectile Dysfunction Cures and Treatment: Blue Light Therapy Could Treat ED, Researchers Say

03.24.2015 12:29 PM

Scientists say that a newly developed gene therapy may help trigger reliable erections in men. While Viagra helps prolong an erection, this solution would help initiate it.

Pfizer Explores Gene Therapy In Developing Treatment For Rare Diseases

12.09.2014 22:35 PM

Despite the number of mixed results in gene therapy which has had its share of setbacks, drug company giant Pfizer Inc. is pushing through with its gene therapy project. This is backed by advancement in technology and better research facilities, and for its first project, a partnership with privately-owned biotech firm Spark Therapeutics.