Viral vector technology as a gene therapeutic tool in search for a cure for cystic fibrosis. KU Leuven
Gene therapy theoretically offers one treatment for all the different CFTR mutations in cystic fibrosis (CF) patients, in contrast to small molecules that can only correct specific mutations. Viral vector mediated gene is described as being the most efficient method for the transfer of genetic material due to the fact that it exploits the naturally occurring ability of viruses to persist in a host cell. Our research group has extensive expertise ...