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Bristol Innovates Gene Therapies to Combat Heart Disease

1/21/2025

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Bristol's heart scientists are pioneering a new Medical Research Council Centre dedicated to revolutionizing gene therapies for heart disease. With support from the British Heart Foundation, this initiative seeks to enhance heart muscle cell growth and boost blood vessel formation. Rigorous preclinical testing will ensure safety and pave the way for future clinical trials.

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Bristol's heart scientists are pioneering a new Medical Research Council Centre dedicated to revolutionizing gene therapies for heart disease. With support from the British Heart Foundation, this initiative seeks to enhance heart muscle cell growth and boost blood vessel formation. Rigorous preclinical testing will ensure safety and pave the way for future clinical trials.