Molecular imaging and cancer gene therapy

Area of Science:

• Biomedical Engineering
• Molecular Biology
• Oncology

Background:

• Gene therapy offers promising therapeutic strategies for genetic diseases and cancer.
• Various viral and nonviral vector systems are utilized to deliver therapeutic genes to target cells, including tumor cells.
• Effective detection of these vectors and monitoring treatment response remain significant challenges in gene therapy research.

Conclusions:

• Recent advances in cancer gene therapy are significantly enhanced by sophisticated molecular approaches.
• Molecular imaging techniques are indispensable tools for visualizing and quantifying the success of gene therapy interventions.
• Continued integration of gene therapy and advanced imaging promises improved patient outcomes in oncology.