Gene therapy of the human retina reduction may lead to the development of AMD. In animal model, an AAV with human PEDF cDNA under the control of the CMV promoter prevented choroidal and retinal NV ( 24). The finding suggests that the AAV-mediated expression of angiostatic factors can be implemented to treat NV. This approach could be useful as an alternative to frequent injections of recombinant protein into the eye. In addition, PEDF and sFlt-1 may be able to diffuse through sclera tissue, allowing for the potential to be relatively independent of the intraocular site of administration. Gene therapy of the human retina Retinal gene therapy
The New Breed (The Outer Limits) The New Breed (The Outer Limits) "The New Breed" is an episode of "The Outer Limits" television show. It first aired on 23 June 1995, during the first season. Dr. Stephen Ledbetter makes a technological and medical breakthrough when he creates a type of tiny machine, known as nanobots, capable of curing any disease or imperfections in the human body. Stephen's best friend Dr. Andy Groenig tells him that he has proposed to Stephen's sister, Judy. Overjoyed at the news, Stephen shows Andy the nanobots and explains what a remarkable breakthrough they are. Later that day Andy discovers that he