Targeting DNA repair for dementia treatments
To bring together expertise and identify strategies for translation in this emerging field, we formed the DNA repair theme in September 2020. Leading the collective are Group Leaders Prof Vincent Dion (UK DRI at Cardiff) and Dr Gabriel Balmus (UK DRI at Cambridge), who are working to develop ambitious research ideas, coordinate resource sharing and promote cross-centre collaborative schemes through regular, focused meetings and workshops. We spoke to Prof Dion and Dr Balmus to find out more about why DNA repair is an exciting avenue to explore in dementia, what activities are happening in the theme and future plans.
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