ASGCT Podcast Network 01 - David Baltimore, PhD - Giants of Gene Therapy
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Oct 25, 2022 
David Baltimore, a Nobel Prize-winning professor at Caltech, shares insights on the monumental quest for an HIV vaccine and the future of gene therapy. He delves into his transformative summer spent in Bar Harbor that ignited his scientific passion. The conversation also highlights ethical considerations surrounding gene editing, calling for better funding and training for the next generation of scientists. Baltimore's reflections on pioneering research shed light on the potential of gene therapy to change the course of medical history.
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Jackson Lab Experience
- David Baltimore's mother told him about a summer program at Jackson Laboratory.
- This experience solidified his interest in experimental science.
Swarthmore Choice
- Baltimore chose Swarthmore for its liberal arts focus, not just science.
- His mother's connection to Gestalt psychologists influenced his decision.
Shift to Virology
- Baltimore pursued animal virology, transferring from MIT to Rockefeller.
- He later joined the Salk Institute with Bernardo Del Beko, continuing his poliovirus research.