Forbes February 13, 2025
Srinivasa Reddy Mukkala, Director of Operations, Statistical Programming and Biostatistics at Episdata Inc.
Gene therapy is a revolutionary field in modern medicine, offering transformative potential to treat and potentially cure a wide range of genetic and acquired diseases. By addressing the root cause of a disease at the genetic level, this cutting-edge approach opens new avenues for medical intervention that were once unimaginable.
What Is Gene Therapy?
Gene therapy involves modifying or replacing defective or missing genes within a patient’s cells to treat or prevent disease. It utilizes a variety of delivery methods, often relying on viral or non-viral vectors, to introduce the therapeutic gene into the patient’s cells. These techniques aim to restore normal function, halt disease progression or...