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The Readout Loud
299: Live! From the STAT Breakthrough Summit East
Mar 21, 2024
CRISPR pioneer Feng Zhang and Regeneron Pharmaceuticals head scientist George Yancopoulos share insights at the STAT Breakthrough Summit East. Topics include gene therapy costs, GLP-1 story twists, and a pie contest. The discussion also covers the future of healthcare, interdisciplinary teamwork in research, innovative allergy treatments, and muscle growth potential with medication.
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- Regeneron aims to improve obesity treatments by preserving muscle mass while reducing body fat using a combination of muscle-boosting and weight-reducing medications.
- Feng Zhang's journey from biology-averse student to CRISPR pioneer is fueled by 'Jurassic Park' inspiration, showcasing the impact of unconventional beginnings on groundbreaking scientific advancements.
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The podcast episode of The Readout Loud features a live recording from an event in New York City where experts like Feng Zhang and George Church discuss the future of medicine. The hosts also highlight the latest news in life sciences, covering topics such as the GOP one story, gene therapy costs, and even a pie contest. The episode delves into the implications of CMS covering obesity products based on their medical benefits, despite potential costs to the federal government.
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