Using DNA sequencing for accurate identification of microbial infections in cystic fibrosis patients
Lung infections are a constant risk for people living with cystic fibrosis (CF), a life-threatening genetic disorder which…
Gene therapy shows promise against deadly childhood liver disease
A new gene therapy has been used to successfully treat a deadly childhood liver disease using mice that…
Gene therapy successfully treats deadly childhood liver disease in mice
A new gene therapy has been used to successfully treat a deadly childhood liver disease using mice that…
Scientists uncover cellular mechanism behind rare childhood brain disorders
Thousands of times per year, a family’s moment of joy turns to unexpected grief. A seemingly healthy infant…
Study reveals genetic factors influencing SYNGAP1 encephalopathy disease severity
SYNGAP1 encephalopathy is a rare genetic disorder for which there is no treatment, causing epilepsy, intellectual disability, psychomotor…
Neurocrine to Buy Soleno, Nabbing Drug for Relentless Hunger Disorder
The deal is the latest in a busy year for dealmaking in the biotech industry. – eric piermont/Agence…
Toxic RNA drives progressive heart damage in myotonic dystrophy
Myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) is the most common cause of adult-onset muscular dystrophy, a genetic disorder that…
Experimental gene therapy successfully treats dozens of children with rare fatal disorder
ADVERTISEMENT An experimental gene therapy has successfully treated dozens of children with a rare and fatal immune disorder,…
Pacbio’s Puretarget simplifies carrier screening
Up to 71% of people carry at least one pathogenic variant that could contribute to development of a…
Harmony Biosciences’ Genetic Disorder Drug Disappoints In Phase 3 Study
Harmony Biosciences Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:HRMY) released topline results from its Phase 3 registrational clinical trial (the RECONNECT Study)…
Harmony Biosciences’ Genetic Disorder Drug Disappoints In Phase 3 Study
Harmony Biosciences’ Genetic Disorder Drug Disappoints In Phase 3 Study Harmony Biosciences Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:HRMY) released topline results…
Genetic testing pilot aims to catch a silent killer
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A potentially life-saving pilot program is launching in Bloomington, Illinois to…