Recoding a Cure

The search for cures to hundreds of diseases and conditions has in recent years become increasingly focused on genes and genetic mutations. Scientists have begun to understand which genes are linked to certain diseases, which genetic mutations lead to certain reactions to medicine, and much more. Now, an emerging technology is utilizing this research in a revolutionary approach to treatment: recoding our genes. Researchers are using this approach to adjust human genes in order to eliminate all kinds of diseases.

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Ground-breaking innovations hold real potential to change our lives in the foreseeable future–and not always in the ways you’d imagine. When Fidelity’s investment experts consider this potential, they look well beyond the obvious implications. “The Future According to Now” is a podcast from Atlantic Re:think, the branded content studio at The Atlantic, and Fidelity Investments. Follow along at theatlantic.com/fidelitypodcast, @atlanticrethink, or on your favorite podcast platforms. Promotional content produced by Atlantic Re:think, the branded content studio at The Atlantic for Fidelity Investments. Fidelity and Atlantic Re:think, the branded content studio at The Atlantic are independent entities.