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Collaboration with Prof. Wenxin Wang on Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) Project

Collaboration with Prof. Wenxin Wang on Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) Project

Dr Nan Zhang, as a co-applicant, is closely working with Prof. Wenxin Wang from UCD Charles Institute of Dermatology, UCD School of Medicine on gene therapy for EB.

 

Problem

Recessive Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa (RDEB) is a rare genetic skin fragility and blistering disorder in which no curative treatment currently exists with palliative care only in use.

Solution

Our proposed solution is to develop a gene editing curative treatment that can be applied topically to wound sites of RDEB patients.

This therapeutic approach will enable the permanent correction of the underlying mutations that give rise to RDEB, in a non-invasive manner.

Project Lead

Prof. Wenxin Wang, Charles Institute of Dermatology, School of Medicine, University College Dublin

Project Co-applicant

Dr Nan Zhang, School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, University College Dublin

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