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This session was recorded on Wednesday, May 8, 2024

Unlocking Hope: From Gene Editing to Immune Revolution

The implementation of CAR T-cell therapy as a standard of care in British Columbia marks a significant advancement in cancer treatment accessibility for both pediatric and adult patients. Internationally, the approval of the world's first CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing therapies for sickle cell disease in the UK and US represents a major milestone in the field of gene therapy. In this session, we will explore how gene and immune engineering is transforming precision medicine, offering new hope for patients with rare genetic conditions and cancer. Join us to discover how these innovative approaches are paving the way for breakthroughs in medical science.

SPEAKERS


Saad Kenderian
Assistant Professor of Medicine, Immunology and Oncology
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science

Megan Levings
Canada Research Chair in Engineered Immune Tolerance, BCCHR Lead, Childhood Diseases Theme
BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute

Nathan Michaels
Director
BC Ministry of Health

Kevin Song, MD FRCPC
Medical Director of the Leukemia / Bone Marrow Transplant Program of British Columbia and Clinical Professor
Department of Medicine in the University of British Columbia (UBC)

Kyla Hingwing
Research and Innovation Manager, Health
GenomeBC