Ana Pena, PhD,  —

Ana is a molecular biologist enthusiastic about innovation and communication. In her role as a science writer she wishes to bring the advances in medical science and technology closer to the public, particularly to those most in need of them. Ana holds a PhD in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Lisbon, Portugal, where she focused her research on molecular biology, epigenetics and infectious diseases.

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January 18, 2018 News by Ana Pena, PhD

Krystal Biotech Issued Patent Related to KB103 for Dystrophic EB

Krystal Biotech was recently granted a U.S. patent covering its herpes simplex viral vectors and related gene therapy to be used in preventive, palliative (providing relief), or therapeutic treatment for wounds and skin disorders, particularly dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (EB). Patent No. 9,877,990 was issued by the U.S. Patent Office. The company stated in…

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