XTalks

MAY 26, 2023

Krystal Biotech’s Vyjuvek has been awarded US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval to make it the first topical gene therapy for the treatment of wounds in patients with the rare, often debilitating skin disease dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (DEB). As a topical treatment, it is also the first readily redosable gene therapy.

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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?

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Drug Discovery World

JULY 11, 2022

David Lewandowski, Business Director of Cell & Gene Therapy at Azenta Life Sciences, explains how efficient sample management can help to work efficiently and bring therapies to market faster. It has been estimated that by 2025 the FDA will be approving 10 to 20 cell and gene therapy products per year 2. Conclusion.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

JANUARY 12, 2023

Solid Biosciences president and CEO Bo Cumbo said: “This collaboration with Phlox Therapeutics is an exciting opportunity to work with a company that shares our commitment and innovative approach to bringing transformative therapies to patients with rare genetic diseases. By Cytiva Thematic.

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XTalks

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

The UK’s National Health Service (NHS) has recommended the use of Libmeldy for the treatment of the rare genetic disease metachromatic leukodystrophy (MLD). Related: Gene Silencing Porphyria Treatment, Givlaari, Finally Wins Over England’s NICE Amid Stellar Long-Term Data. The cells are then injected back into the patient.

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XTalks

AUGUST 29, 2022

Now a common gene editing tool, the popularity of the CRISPR-Cas9 system has increased over the past decade. CRISPR is notable for engineering living cells, allowing scientists to edit, turn off, delete, or replace genes in a cell’s genome. Marson’s group initially collaborated with CRISPR pioneer Jennifer Doudna, PhD, in 2015.

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XTalks

MAY 4, 2021

Researchers at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) and the Whitehead Institute have developed a novel CRISPR-based tool called “CRISPRoff” that can switch off genes in human cells through epigenetic editing without altering the genetic sequence itself. It’s a great tool for controlling gene expression.”.

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XTalks

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Expeditious and accurate diagnoses are necessary for patients to access healthcare services and treatment options for rare genetic diseases. Increasing the efficiency of case analysis and interpretation is essential to providing timely care for patients with genetic diseases.

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Delveinsight

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Verily, Google’s life-science-focused sibling company and Janssen will also seek to tap into the data generated by people during their everyday lives to seek for any previous health-related signals in the two years leading up to the point they consented to participate in the study as well as in the two years after.

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XTalks

MAY 4, 2021

Researchers at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) and the Whitehead Institute have developed a novel CRISPR-based tool called “CRISPRoff” that can switch off genes in human cells without editing the genetic sequence itself. These modifications regulate gene expression without altering the sequence or structure of DNA.

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XTalks

OCTOBER 7, 2020

A tiny child with a devastating genetic disease who wasn’t supposed to blow out the candles on his first birthday cake. Not only did this baby survive to do all these things, but he became a poster child for gene therapy with the regulators at the U.S. “They called him ‘The Boy.’ Who wasn’t supposed to sit up.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

MAY 8, 2023

ZFNs are also used to create a new generation of genetic disease models called isogenic human disease models. It is a chimeric endonuclease, which consists of a custom-designed ZF DNA-binding domain and the non-specific nuclease domain from the FokI restriction enzyme. They are the smallest type of programmable nuclease.

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XTalks

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

cTTP is a very rare, inherited and life-threatening blood clotting disorder caused by a disease-causing mutation in the ADAMTS13 (A disintegrin and metalloproteinase with thrombospondin motifs 13) gene, which encodes the ADAMTS13 enzyme that regulates blood clotting by cleaving the von Willebrand factor (VWF) protease.

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XTalks

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

GPP occurs in individuals with specific gene variations as it is a genetic disease , and variations in the genes IL36RN and AP1S3 are known to cause it. The role of the IL-36 receptor was confirmed in loss-of-function mutation studies in the IL-36 receptor antagonist gene.

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XTalks

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Pompe disease, also referred to as acid-maltase disease and glycogen storage disease II, is an uncommon genetic disorder characterized by the gradual weakening of both cardiac and skeletal muscles. The body relies on this enzyme to break down glycogen, a stored form of sugar utilized for energy production.

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XTalks

APRIL 15, 2021

A 2015 study published in Nature Genetics found that the availability of human genetic data made investigational drugs twice as likely to pass pivotal trials and eventually be approved. Figure 1: The use of Mendelian randomization to validate genetic drug targets.

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XTalks

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Alpha-mannosidosis is an extremely rare genetic metabolic disease affecting approximately one in 500,000 people. The lysosomal storage disorder is caused by mutations in the MAN2B1 gene, which codes for lysosomal alpha-mannosidase, an enzyme that degrades glycoproteins (proteins attached to sugar residues).

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XTalks

MAY 12, 2023

Caused by mutations in the MECP2 gene located on the X chromosome, Rett syndrome is primarily an X-linked disorder; however, there have been rare cases of boys being affected, usually with more severe symptoms due to the absence of a second X chromosome. Dr. Bishop: Rett syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by a mutation in the MECP2 gene.

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pharmaphorum

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Rett syndrome is caused by mutations in the MECP2 gene found on the X chromosome and leads to problems in brain function that cause behavioural problems, a rapid decline in the ability to speak and carry out manual tasks, as well as seizures, curvature of the spine and sleep disturbances.

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The Pharma Data

JANUARY 17, 2021

Based in Seattle, Washington, Sana focuses on in vivo and ex vivo cell engineering platforms to develop therapies for cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, CNS disorders, and genetic diseases.

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XTalks

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

Inherited mutations in the SLC3A1 and SLC7A9 genes cause cystine to be abnormally transported within the kidney leading to cystinuria. Symptoms and Etiology: Characterized by progressive muscle weakness and atrophy, Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is an X-linked genetic condition that primarily affects males. galactosidase A (?-Gal

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XTalks

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

ASMD is a rare genetic lysosomal storage disease caused by mutations in the sphingomyelin phophodiesterase-1 ( SMPD1 ) gene that codes for the acid sphingomyelinase (ASM) enzyme. ASM is required for breaking down a complex lipid called sphingomyelin.

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XTalks

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The year 2022 has proven to be a momentous period for Fulgent Genetics, marked by significant expansion of its product portfolio across various medical conditions. The company boasts an expansive portfolio of assets that grant rights to future potential royalty and milestone payments.

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XTalks

AUGUST 6, 2020

TSC is a rare genetic disease that affects approximately 1 in 6,000 people. The disease usually presents within the first year of life, displaying subtle signs that can take years to develop. Due to this, the disease can be misdiagnosed or not even recognized for a while.

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XTalks

MARCH 3, 2021

BridgeBio is dedicated to developing therapies for genetic diseases with unmet needs. The FDA remains committed to facilitating the development and approval of safe and effective therapies for patients affected by rare diseases — an area of critical need.”. The approval was granted to BridgeBio Pharma, Inc.

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pharmaphorum

JANUARY 27, 2023

Developing medicines – for people living with disease Dr Mullen’s current role involves providing medical monitoring support, as well as safety, pharmacovigilance, scientific, and medical advice across a range of client projects, including advanced therapies and orphan drugs. I still feel that it is very important,” Dr Mullen said. “We’ve

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Drug Discovery World

OCTOBER 12, 2023

ELRIG’s Drug Discovery 2023 will be taking place at ACC Liverpool, UK from 18-19 October 2023, focusing on the importance of a diverse life science ecosystem. Dr Michelle Fraser is Head of Cell & Gene Therapy at global health science solutions company, Revvity.

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Drug Discovery World

MARCH 6, 2024

Guiding neurological drug discovery and development to success The 20 years since the Human Genome Project has seen transformational advances in the molecular understanding of cancers and rare genetic diseases, leading to genetically informed, personalised selection of therapies and massively improved outcomes for many patients.

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Drug Discovery World

APRIL 30, 2024

Rare diseases are largely treated using gene therapies which employ modified viruses to bring the therapy to the disease cells. We believe it can now do the same for rare diseases.” “We We have shown that mRNA holds an unprecedented therapeutic potential for incurable genetic diseases, in particular liver conditions.

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The Pharma Data

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Axovant – Kristin Vuori was named to the board of directors at Axovant Gene Therapies Ltd. Sabbagh will be responsible for expanding Inozyme’s proprietary pipeline by identifying and developing new therapeutics for monogenic and non-genetic diseases of abnormal mineralization. Additionally, Parag V.

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