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EP 5 Could Weed Killer Cure This Rare Disease (Alkaptonuria)?

EP 5 Could Weed Killer Cure This Rare Disease (Alkaptonuria)?

FromThe Genetics Podcast


EP 5 Could Weed Killer Cure This Rare Disease (Alkaptonuria)?

FromThe Genetics Podcast

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Length:
26 minutes
Released:
Jun 11, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

We talk to Nick Sireau (co-founder of Findacure and chairman of the AKU society) about his two sons, who were both born with Alkaptonuria which is an ultra-rare genetic condition that causes the bone's surface to turn black and corrode. Nick has worked tirelessly to help establish a new clinical trial, exploring whether a chemical originally used as a weed killer could provide a treatment for this debilitating condition. So far the signs are very positive, but Nick is currently awaiting the final results which will be disclosed in September.
Released:
Jun 11, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Exploring all things genetics. Dr Patrick Short, University of Cambridge alumnus and CEO of Sano Genetics, analyses the science, interviews the experts, and discusses the latest findings and breakthroughs in genetic research. To find out more about Sano Genetics and its mission to accelerate the future of precision medicine visit: www.sanogenetics.com