Genetically modified viruses as medicine

Date: 20-01-2011 - 20-01-2011

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Description:

Genetically modified viruses as medicine. Panacea or Pandora's box

The use of genetically modified (GM) viruses to cure diseases is a vast developing and exciting field. In recent clinical trials promising results have been achieved. The application of replicating viral vectors as a treatment modality for cancer patients appears to come within reach. In view of these developments the Netherlands Commission on Genetic Modification (COGEM), organizes an international symposium on the use of replicating viral vectors as medicine.

This symposium will focus on the upcoming field of cancer treatment. Besides technical information and state-of-the-art developments we also want to give attention to the strengths of replicating viral vectors and the opportunities for patients, the environmental risk assessment and the possible concerns in society about the use of replicating GM viruses. Thereby, this symposium is not solely meant for scientists but also for policymakers and otherwise interested audience.

More information: http://www.cogemsymposium.nl.halito.be