Huntington's Disease: Professor Vincent Dion on The Promise of a Cure
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Huntington's Disease: Professor Vincent Dion on The Promise of a Cure
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Professor Dion’s work centres on using technology to target and correct the genetic mutation that causes Huntington’s. While the signs are positive, the challenge now lies in transitioning from the labs to clinical trials which requires substantial investment and navigating regulatory hurdles.
We also talk about the broader implications of genetic therapies for other diseases caused by similar genetic mutations and their potential impact on the wider field of dementia research.
- Key Moments:
- Vincent Dion’s journey into research (02:12)
- Understanding Huntington's Disease (05:35)
- Innovative approaches in genetic therapy (09:20)
- Challenges in advancing research to clinical trials (12:15)
- The future of Huntington's Disease treatment (16:29)
- Optimism and future directions in research (26:32)
We'd love to hear your stories and advice for anyone with dementia - or if you have any questions for Justine and Prof Julie. Email us hello@twomindspodcast.co.uk.
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