XTalks

APRIL 24, 2023

Rare diseases can often be progressive, chronic and fatal. Approximately 72 percent of rare diseases are genetic, and around 70 percent of rare genetic diseases emerge in childhood. Sadly, one-third of children with rare diseases die before their first birthday. How Can Study Protocols Be More Effective?

Gene Therapy 95

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Delveinsight

AUGUST 26, 2021

Shape Therapeutics inks gene therapy deal with Roche worth up to USD 3 Billion. Seattle biotech firm Shape Therapeutics has signed a deal potentially exceeding USD 3 billion with pharma giant Roche to bolster the development of gene therapies for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.

Vaccination 98

Vaccination Vaccine Gene Therapy RNA 98

XTalks

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

It is estimated that 900 people are living with NPC in the US, of which approximately one-third have been formally diagnosed with this ultra-rare, relentlessly progressive and fatal neurodegenerative disease. NPC is a rare genetic disorder that leads to progressive neurological symptoms and organ dysfunction.

Genetics 52

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Pharmaceutical Technology

APRIL 24, 2023

Conde says the use of nanoparticle delivery for gene therapies has become more common over recent years. Nanoparticles can be tailored to target specific cells or tissues, release gene therapies in a regulated manner, reduce toxicity, and increase stability,” he added. These could feature in the next four to five years.

Drug Delivery 147

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