Reference: http://www.biologynews.net/archives/2011/08/11/scientists_copy_the_ways_viruses_deliver_genes.html
Summary:
Scientists at the national physical laboratory (NPL) have copied the ways viruses infect human cells and give their genetic material. The research hopes to apply a therapeutic strategy to correct defective genes that could cause cancer.
Gene therapy has challenges finding damaged cells and correcting them. This research describes a model peptide sequence, dubbed GeT (Gene Transporter). This wraps around genes, and transports them through cell membranes and helps their escape.
Critique:
I feel this is a very effective treatment for people who would need it. This treatment should be analyzed more for trying to figure out how to not have as much trouble finding the damaged cells and being able t correct them.
Impact:
This treatment could impact the lives of millions of people who depend on this treatment to help them get better. This treatment could also help not cause cancer for many people. Having this treatment could make a big difference in the medical world.
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