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George Church: Breaking Boundaries of Possibility

Online event with George Church on Gene Therapy and Longevity organized by Oxford Society of Ageing and Longevity (FREE)

03-May-2023

The Oxford Society of Ageing and Longevity is delighted to invite you to a captivating online event featuring Dr. George Church, a visionary scientist and pioneer in the fields of genetics, synthetic biology, and gene therapy. A professor at both Harvard Medical School and MIT, Dr. Church consistently pushes the boundaries of scientific understanding, opening new possibilities for the future of human health and longevity.

Join us Wednesday, May 3rd. 7pm UK time, online, to explore the forefront of longevity research and the transformative potential of gene therapy in extending a healthy human lifespan. Dr. Church's innovative contributions to genomic science include the development and optimisation of CRISPR-Cas9, a ground-breaking gene-editing technology that has revolutionized our ability to modify DNA with unparalleled precision. This revolutionary tool has not only deepened our understanding of genetic mechanisms but also paved the way for new treatments for genetic disorders and personalized medicine.

Visit website: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/george-church-breaking-boundaries-of-possibility-wednesday-may-3rd-7pm-tickets-623825889027

See also: Institute Oxford Society of Ageing and Longevity (OSAL) - Oxford University student group considers a world in which people regularly live past 100

Details last updated 27-Apr-2023

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George Church

Harvard Professor and PersonalGenomes.org Founder