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Leading innovators in CRISPR nucleases for the pharmaceutical industry

Pharmaceutical Technology

The eukaryotic genome can be cut at any desired position by introducing plasmids containing Cas genes and specifically constructed CRISPRs into eukaryotic cells. CRISPR nucleases serve as an important genome editing tool. However, not all innovations are equal and nor do they follow a constant upward trend.

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Editas Medicine Announces the FDA has Cleared Initiation of the EDIT-301 Clinical TrialEDIT-301 is in development as a best-in-class, durable medicine for people living with sickle cell disease

The Pharma Data

EDIT-301 is an experimental, ex vivo gene editing cell medicine in development for the treatment of sickle cell disease. Previously, the Company received Rare Pediatric Disease designation from the FDA for EDIT-301. Enrolled patients will receive a single administration of EDIT-301.

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Necessity Is the Mother of Innovation: Key Trends and Predictions from Biotech Showcase Digital After an Unprecedented Year That Drove Momentous Changes in Healthcare

Pharma Marketing Network

Assuming these findings are replicated in clinical trials, this vaccine, with its more-appealing route of administration and convenient (refrigerator) storage requirements could make an important contribution to containing the disease.