Gene therapy for immune disorder | Fixing damaged hearts | Ketamine and depression

April 30, 2019 Edition Gene therapy reverses rare immune disorder Eight infants with a rare genetic disorder had their immune systems repaired by a new gene therapy approach. Injected liquid forms a gel in damaged heart In an animal study, a liquid biomaterial transformed into a gel at the site of damage after a heart attack. The findings could lead to new approaches for treating damaged tissues. How ketamine relieves symptoms of depression Researchers uncovered how the fast-acting antidepressant ketamine’s effects are sustained over time. The insights may help guide the development of future treatments for mood disorders. Popular Stories Eating red meat daily triples heart disease-related chemical Prescribing healthy foods could bring cost-effective benefits Supportive parenting can reduce child’s anxiety Drug helps people with rare chronic immune disorders Drug mimics human antibody against flu