Engineering Hope: Tackling Viruses with Gene Therapy
from Paul Talks Science Hosted by Paul ADEPOJU, PhD
In this insightful episode, host Paul Adepoju, PhD sits down with Professor Patrick Arbuthnot, a leading expert in gene therapy and antiviral research, to explore the transformative potential of gene therapy in addressing Africa's viral health challenges. Patrick shares his fascinating journey from working in Paris to setting up the Antiviral Gene Therapy Research Lab in South Africa, and discusses how gene therapy could revolutionize treatments for hepatitis B, HIV, and other viral diseases across the continent. Together, they delve into the technological advancements that have made antiviral gene therapy a tangible solution, and why Africa needs to take the lead in developing these innovations. They also tackle some of the critical challenges, including the high costs and public skepticism surrounding gene therapy, and discuss the growing global support for this research. Tune in for a deep dive into the future of healthcare in Africa and how gene therapy is poised to change the game.
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