How modifier genes could neutralize severe genetic disorders
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Roxanne Khamsi
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The article explores how "modifier genes" — genetic variants that can suppress or mitigate the effects of disease-causing mutations — are opening new avenues for treating genetic disorders. It follows the story of Ludivine Verboogen and Romain Alderweireldt, whose son was diagnosed with a severe genetic condition, and examines how researchers are studying individuals who carry disease mutations but remain healthy, hoping to unlock new therapies by understanding these protective genetic factors.
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bskyHow modifier genes could neutralize severe genetic disorderstheatlantic.comKey quotes
· 2 pulledA lot of doctors were telling us that he was fine, nothing was wrong with him, Romain recalled to me.
Perhaps one day he will be a famous pianist, they thought.
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