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Powerful stories of biotech breakthroughs, the people they help, and the global problems they solve.

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Biotechnology is a National Security Asset
Biotechnology is a National Security Asset

Since Watson and Crick discovered DNA's double helix structure in 1953, the US has been a leader in biotechnology innovation. American excellence in this field has greatly benefited people around the world.

The Faceless Middleman Between You and Your Doctor
The Faceless Middleman Between You and Your Doctor

A troubling disconnect between medical expertise and insurance mandates is putting patients' health at risk.

How Will We Secure our Food Future?
How Will We Secure our Food Future?

As the global population approaches 10 billion by 2050, the challenge of providing safe, nutritious food is growing more urgent.

How Love Combined with Science Leads to Hope for Rare Disease
How Love Combined with Science Leads to Hope for Rare Disease

There are over 7000 rare diseases identified in the U.S. alone. Many of these diseases affect children, leaving families desperate for answers.

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Is CRISPR the New Sickle Cell Savior?
Episode 80  •  Feb 27, 2024  •  25 min

2023 ended with an exciting biotech breakthrough for sickle cell patients. A gene-editing therapy using the revolutionary CRISPR technology provides new hope and options for the nearly 100,000 Americans with sickle cell disease. In this episode, we talk with the company behind one of the life-changing therapies, CASGEVY, and speak with two advocates for sickle cell patients. 

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