Center for Genome Engineering In the News
How Venture Philanthropy Is Helping UMN Turn Discoveries Into Real-World Breakthroughs
Have you ever heard of Program-Related Investments—better known as PRIs?If not, you’re not alone. But these innovative investment tools are quietly solving one of the biggest problems in science and...
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University of Minnesota Launches “Until It’s Cured” Alliance Following Breakthrough Cancer Trial
A groundbreaking clinical trial at the University of Minnesota is opening new doors in the fight against cancer. Dr. Beau Webber recently joined Midwest Access KTTC to share how his team is...
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Staff with Purpose and Passion: Steph Kennelly
A career path often unfolds in a predictable, linear fashion. But for Steph Kennelly, her professional journey took a dramatic turn—one that was unexpected yet profoundly purposeful. A proud alum of...
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From Small-Town Roots to Scientific Breakthroughs: Branden Moriarity and Beau Webber Featured on Minnesota Live
Dr. Branden Moriarity and Dr. Beau Webber appeared on Minnesota Live (KSTP-TV) to talk about their team’s recent clinical progress—and the future of genome...
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Breakthrough Cancer Research: Dr. Branden Moriarity Shares Hope on FOX 9
This week, Dr. Branden Moriarity from the University of Minnesota’s Center for Genome Engineering joined FOX 9’s Good Day to discuss a groundbreaking approach...
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Radio Spotlight on Breakthrough Cancer Research at the University of Minnesota
Dr. Branden Moriarity from the Center for Genome Engineering at the University of Minnesota joined local radio to share exciting news: the official kickoff of a bold new cancer research campaign, The...
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Minnesota's Center for Genome Engineering makes breakthrough in cancer research
The team at the University of Minnesota’s Center for Genome Engineering was honored to be featured by WCCO for our work on a promising new cancer therapy. The segment highlighted a groundbreaking...
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Pioneering T Cell Micropharmacy for Batten Disease
At the Center for Genome Engineering at the University of Minnesota, we are committed to translating breakthrough science into real-world solutions for patients. Today, we are honored to share...
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Innovative Ways to Fight Cancer: TIL Therapy
Research scientists at the University of Minnesota are making headway against cancer. Dr. Branden Moriarity and Dr. Beau Webber worked on a clinical trial involving TIL, which stands for tumor-...
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Celebrating Emelia: Science for All
At the Center for Genome Engineering at the University of Minnesota, we believe in the power of science to transform lives—and in the power of every life to transform science. One of the most...
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New gene-editing therapy shows early success in fighting advanced GI cancers
Researchers at the University of Minnesota have completed a first-in-human clinical trial testing a CRISPR/Cas9 gene-editing technique to help the immune system fight advanced gastrointestinal (GI)...
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University of Minnesota receives $500,000 matching gift for rare disease research
The University of Minnesota and M Health Fairview’s Rare Disease Center of Excellence recently received $500,000 from The Wasie Foundation to support rare disease research and patients.
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Top Story: U of M researchers compete to produce transformative autoimmune treatment
A University of Minnesota research team received an $11.6 million grant from the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) to design a device that would transform the treatment of chronic...
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University of Minnesota research team awarded $3.8 million grant to develop cell therapy to combat Alzheimer’s disease
A University of Minnesota research team was recently awarded a five-year, $3.8 million grant from the U.S. National Institutes of Health to develop a new cell therapy to combat Alzheimer’s disease.
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Senators Smith, Klobuchar pay visit to U of M
At the University of Minnesota, we know firsthand how critical federal research funding is to driving medical innovation. This week, our institution shared a sobering estimate: a proposed federal...
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