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Business Of Biotech
RNA Sandbox with Johns Hopkins RNA Innovation Center's Jeff Coller, Ph.D. and Michelle Kim, Ph.D.
Jan 13, 2025
Jeff Coller, Ph.D., a Bloomberg Distinguished Professor of RNA Biology at Johns Hopkins, and Michelle Kim, Ph.D., Managing Director of the Johns Hopkins RNA Innovation Center, share insights into the rapid growth of RNA therapeutics. They discuss the Center's role in supporting RNA innovators, the collaborative approach to improve access to cheaper RNA materials, and the transformative potential of mRNA technology in healthcare. The conversation also touches on the evolving partnerships between academia and industry, emphasizing the importance of addressing challenges in RNA technology.
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- The rapid expansion of the RNA therapeutics sector post-COVID-19 highlights its potential as a vital treatment modality despite historical academic neglect.
- The Johns Hopkins RNA Innovation Center aims to provide essential research resources and reduce costs for RNA innovators, facilitating innovative experimentation.
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Growth of RNA Therapeutics Post-Pandemic
The RNA therapeutics sector has rapidly expanded, especially following the COVID-19 pandemic, showcasing its potential as a vital treatment modality. Companies in this space are proliferating, fueled by new interest and investment, yet the academic infrastructure to support such innovation still lags behind. The need for extensive research resources is underscored by the previous limited attention paid to RNA therapies before the pandemic. This growth indicates a shift in momentum as the medical community recognizes the transformative potential of RNA-based treatments.
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