Bioinformatics combines the natural sciences and information technology. This rapidly developing field has become an essential piece of genomic medicine, which is currently experiencing unprecedented scientific progress in understanding inherited susceptibilities for many diseases – identification of disease risk genes, pathways and affected cell types.| Pediatrics Nationwide
Featured Researcher – Ryan Roberts, MD, PhD| pediatricsnationwide.org
Not all genetic diseases are inherited; however, they are all the result of DNA mutations or flaws. Genetic research and gene therapy are integral in finding cures or helpful treatments for diseases such as muscular dystrophy. At the Abigail Wexner Research Institute (AWRI) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, research scientists are engaged in precedent-setting transitional gene therapy for the betterment of children with rare genetic and neuromuscular degenerative diseases.| Pediatrics Nationwide
What happens when a passion for law and social advocacy intersects with science and mentorship? The result is a remarkable research scientist driven to improve pediatric health equity and access, eager to lead the next generation of scientists.| Pediatrics Nationwide