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Major Overview for Gene/Genetic Therapy

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Overview for Gene/Genetic Therapy

A program that focuses on the application of genetics to the therapeutic treatment of diseases and inherited abnormalities through the targeted modification of gene expression, and prepares individuals to administer genetic therapies. Includes instruction in medical genetics, genome analysis, pharmacology of gene transfer, viral vectors, nonviral therapeutic techniques, genetic screening, targeted gene delivery, vector production, safety and quality assurance, clinical trials management, and bioethics.

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Colleges Offering a Major in Gene/Genetic Therapy

Top 1 U.S. Colleges with the most degrees awarded of Gene/Genetic Therapy among the 2006-2007 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded*/
Percentage
SelectivityCost*
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT
11
(0.3%)
Highly Selective$18,428
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* The number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2006-2007 graduating class.