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04 - Drew Weissman, MD, PhD - Giants of Gene Therapy
Mar 7, 2023
Drew Weissman, a pioneer of mRNA technology and professor at the University of Pennsylvania, shares his revolutionary journey in vaccine development. He details the critical breakthroughs that led to the successful mRNA vaccines and discusses the ongoing innovations aimed at combating diseases like HIV and malaria. Drew emphasizes the importance of global vaccine access and the role of mentorship in science. His insights offer hope for future advancements in gene therapy, showcasing the potential of mRNA technology to transform medicine.
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- Dr. Drew Weissman's groundbreaking mRNA technology revolutionized vaccine development, enabling COVID-19 vaccines with over 1 billion doses administered globally.
- Weissman highlights the potential of gene therapy to address rare genetic disorders and improve public health through enhanced scientific literacy and understanding.
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The Early Influences of Dr. Drew Weissman
Dr. Drew Weissman grew up in Lexington, a historic town known for its educational institutions, which fostered a strong interest in science. His father was an optical engineer and his mother a dental hygienist, providing him with a foundation of inquiry and problem-solving from an early age. Despite being surrounded by a family involved in various forms of engineering and design, the family discussions did not revolve heavily around science, allowing Weissman to cultivate his own inquisitiveness. His academic journey, which started at Brandeis University, solidified his focus on basic science and immunology, leading him toward a path in mRNA technology.
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