The biggest benefits for health and longevity will come from cell therapy and gene therapy. |
As a vehicle for gene therapy, the retrovirus is modified so that it cannot produce infectious virus after entering the cell. |
Scientists hope that these unlucky fish will help them develop drug treatments and gene therapy for leukaemia. |
At present, gene therapy is being contemplated for both genetic and acquired diseases. |
No treatments for these disorders now exist although gene therapy may be a future possibility. |
Many people believe that gene therapy and genetic screening of embryos is dangerous. |