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Alzheimer’s Disease: The Way Forward
Previously, we reviewed the pathology and genetics of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and discussed the two most common AD drug development targets, amyloid-beta plaques, and tau. Now, we’ll look at various novel AD drug targets and the companies forging ahead to find new...
New Gene Therapy Drug Explained
In March 2023, Novartis’ (Basel, Switzerland), shared its latest data concerning Zolgensma. The findings reveal sustained durability up to 7.5 years post-dosing, with a 100% achievement of all assessed milestones in children treated before the onset of spinal muscular...
Gluten: Protein of Doom
Imagine the tantalizing scent of freshly baked bread. Now, think about even a single scrumptious slice wreaking havoc on you: stomach pain, bloating, and other digestive consequences. Welcome to Planet Celiac— home to the millions of Americans diagnosed with celiac...
Blueprint of The Century: DNA
Please enjoy this excerpt from our book, Biotech Primer One: The Science Driving Biopharma Explained. Written for the non-scientist, this book aims to enhance your comprehension of the foundational biology needed to understand today’s advanced therapies, such as gene...
Branches of Biotechnology: Exploring the Different Fields
Biotechnology uses living organisms or their products to develop new products or solve problems. It has become increasingly important in various sectors, such as healthcare, agriculture, the environment, and manufacturing. Biotechnology involves the application of...
What Are the Benefits of Gene Therapy?
Gene therapy offers the potential to revolutionize how we treat and cure a wide range of diseases and conditions. In this post, we will highlight some of the most exciting breakthroughs in gene therapy and discuss the future potential of this rapidly evolving field of...
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