Outreach

Exploring AAV Immune Responses in Gene Therapy: Insights from ASGCT's Community Quick Take

ASGCT’s latest Community Quick Take broke down insights from a recent ASGCT workshop, Class Considerations on Immunogenicity for AAV Gene Therapy Products.

March 12 + 13: Join CGT Advocates, Caregivers at Empowering Patients Summit

Explore valuable insights from foundation leaders, patient advocates, alongside investigators and clinicians who are mission-focused on CGT development. Register today!

Watch FDA's Patient Listening Session on Early Enrollment into Gene Therapy Trials for Rare Diseases

FDA CBER recently held the second patient listening session to hear from patients and caregivers about early enrollment in CGT clinical trials. Read this recap and watch the session on demand.

The Power of Patient Voices: A Preview of the Empowering Patients Summit

Patients, advocates, and caregivers bring essential perspectives to the table, shaping the future of treatments in ways others cannot. Their lived experiences, challenges, and hopes are the heart of the drug development process.

Reaching Our Community of Stakeholders: ASGCT’s Outreach Highlights

Review the highlights from our patient and global initiatives guided by members throughout the year. 

Community Quick Takes: What Is Focused Ultrasound?

We explore how non-invasive focused ultrasound technology can enhance the delivery of cell and gene therapies in treating various diseases. This content was developed in partnership with the Focused Ultrasound Foundation.

The Impact of Genetic Testing on Rare Disease Treatments

For information about how genetic testing impacts the following conditions, check out our latest Community Quick Takes module.

Exploring Barriers to Accessing Gene and Cell Therapy Treatments

Our most recent Community Quick Takes module highlights access to CGTs, with speakers shedding light on critical factors that shape the field. Check it out on our Patient Education site!

Inclusive Trial Design Amplifies Patient Voices and Drives Meaningful Outcomes

Overcoming recruitment, endpoint, and resource challenges in rare disease trials was the focus of the workshop organized by the Patient Outreach Committee at the ASGCT 27th Annual Meeting.

Community Quick Takes Provide Expert Perspectives on Timely Topics

Each Community Quick Takes module aims to promote action, educate, and inspire deeper understanding of topics related to CGT clinical trials, treatment access, and safety.

Outreach in 2023: Happenings in Patient Education, Global Programs, and DEI

Here is just a glimpse of some of the exciting Outreach events and opportunities from 2023!  

High Engagement Among Participants in Second Global Gene Therapy Training

The chair of ASGCT's Global Outreach Committee describes the second annual, and award-winning, Global Gene Therapy Training course.

Milwaukee High School Students Try Their Hand at Pipetting

"By training teachers through the Biotech Discovery Labs program, students are getting opportunities that they otherwise may not have been exposed to in high school, or ever," writes Renee Strong, ASGCT's diversity, equity, and inclusion manager. 

Read about her recent visit to Milwaukee's Rufus King High School.

Learn the Latest on Gene Therapy in Australia

Dr. Samantha Ginn recaps ASGCT's "Around the World: Gene Therapy for the Liver, Eye, & Hematopoietic System in Australia" symposium. Watch the recording of the August event on YouTube now!

DEI Committee Members Share What Inspires Their Work

Thank you to these ASGCT members for their work in the field, their service on the DEI Committee, and for sharing their perspectives with us.

ASAE Award Recognizes Global Gene Therapy Training Course

The virtual training course equips faculty in sub-Saharan Africa with the necessary knowledge and skills to educate students on advances in gene therapy.