"We used to think that our fate was in our stars, but now we know that, in large measure, our fate is in our genes,"
-James Watson
What is Gene Therapy?
The world of biotechnology has grown larger as the years have progressed. Recently stepping onto the scene is a new, innovative technology known as Gene Therapy. Gene therapy is an experimental procedure used to treat or prevent ds. Throughout this procedure, genes are used as the base. Although it is a brilliant idea, this therapy is completely experimental. Generally, the way this therapy works is that a normal gene is inserted in order to replace one that is abnormal. There are other approaches, however. These can include swapping an abnormal gene for a normal one, repairing an abnormal gene, or even altering the degree that a gene can be turned on or off. This brilliant procedure was designed to introduce genetic materials into cells in order to compensate for an abnormal gene or one that requires a certain protein.