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·April 13, 2017·4 min read

CRISPR Corrects Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

Researchers successfully use CRISPR-Cpf1 to correct Duchenne muscular dystrophy in both animal and human cells.

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·October 13, 2016·4 min read

Increasing Understanding of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

A new study may help to increase understanding of Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

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·September 19, 2016·4 min read

First Drug to Treat Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Approved by FDA

The FDA have approved the first drug designed to treat patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

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·August 1, 2013·5 min read

Burnt Sugar-Derivative Reduces Muscle Wasting in Fly and Mouse Models of Muscular Dystrophy

Muscle regeneration in mouse models of Duchenne muscular dystrophy is improved when THI is purified and given in appropriate doses, a new study suggests.

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·June 4, 2013·3 min read

Genetic Editing for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

Researchers have been able to repair a defect responsible for Duchenne muscular dystrophy by using a novel genetic editing technique.

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·February 7, 2013·5 min read

Experimental Gene Therapy Treatment for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy offers Hope for Youngster

A nationwide clinical trial for a new type treatment that could offer help to those suffering from Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, a devastating neuromuscular disease.

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·January 22, 2013·4 min read

Discovering the “Needle in a Haystack” for Muscular Dystrophy Patients

Scientists identified a sequence in the dystrophin gene that is essential for helping muscle tissues function, a breakthrough discovery that could lead to treatments for the deadly hereditary disease.