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Gene therapy is a technique that introduces genes into human cells with the aim of curing diseases of genetic origin. Dr Katherine High developed the first gene therapy approved for treating haemophilia and is one of the world’s leading experts in the field. In this interview, she explains how it works, the challenges she faced in bringing it to life and its potential in treating neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s. She also reflects on the challenges of gene editing and the possibility of modifying the DNA of organisms – not only to cure diseases, but also to enhance certain traits, such as strength or intelligence.

Interview and Script: Toni Pou
Direction: Pau Subirós
Editing: Damià Dip
A CCCB production