ASGCT Podcast Network

In this episode of  The Issue , CEO of Life Biosciences Jerry McLaughlin joins hosts Sanjay D’Souza, PhD and Jason West, PhD for a discussion on how epigenetic reprogramming could restore function in aging and injured cells. He explains the science behind ER-100, an investigational gene therapy now in a Phase 1 trial for optic neuropathies, and explores the broader promise of targeting...

This episode, hosted by Daniel Stone, Associate Editor-in-Chief of Molecular Therapy Advances, focuses on the article, Normothermic perfusion of human livers for profiling lentiviral vector pharmacokinetics and transduction. Listen as Robert Carlisle and Brannon Nicholls from the University of Oxford discuss their approach to studying lentiviral vector transduction and pharmacokinetics in the huma...

In this episode of Scientists, Unedited , host Eirini Vamva, PhD, talks with Bruce Levine, PhD, about his personal life and career in cell therapy. Dr. Levine talks about finding his way into immunology, learning from pivotal mentors, and following the unexpected opportunities that led him to the forefront of cell therapy. He reflects on the patients who inspired his work and the teamwork behind m...

Molecular Therapy Oncology has released a new special collection, Advancements in Pediatric Cancer Therapy . Listen in as guest editor Nirali Shah and Editor-in-Chief Timothy Cripe discuss articles in this special collection, which covers the history, current landscape, and future direction of pediatric cancer therapy. Music:  'Electric Dreams' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0.&nbs...

In this episode of The Issue, Sara Johnson Davis, Senior Director of Government Affairs at Ardelyx and former Vice President, Head of Patient Advocacy & Policy at Fulcrum Therapeutics, joins host Sanjay D’Souza, PhD, to discuss the essential role of patient advocacy in cell and gene therapy. The conversation covers the evolving role of patient advocacy in drug development, from early res...

Recorded live at the ASGCT 2026 Annual Meeting in Boston, Le Cong, PhD joins hosts Jason West, PhD and Sanjay D’Souza, PhD for a discussion on his work in genome engineering and the early development of CRISPR/Cas9. The three then dive into Dr. Cong’s use of artificial intelligence tools developed and currently used by his lab. Dr. Cong is a 2026 recipient of ASGCT’s Outstanding...

This episode focuses on Molecular Therapy ’s upcoming special issue, the biological clock of aging and the possibility of lifespan extension. Listen in as Dr. Joseph Glorioso, Editor-in-Chief of Molecular Therapy , discusses the molecular mechanisms that drive senescence, determine longevity, and contribute to healthy aging with the guest editors of the special issue, Dr. Christin Glorioso f...

In this episode recorded live at the ASGCT 2026 Annual Meeting in Boston, host Eirini Vamva, PhD interviews Anna Maurer, PhD of the University of Michigan. Dr. Maurer shares her story of growing up in Michigan and how her path led her to Harvard Medical School. She discusses her work in AAV and gives advice to individuals looking to enter the field of cell and gene therapy. Music:  'Dreamer'...

Recorded on site at the ASGCT 2026 Annual Meeting in Boston, host Sanjay D’Souza, PhD, talks with Fyodor Urnov, PhD, about the evolution and future of gene editing. One of the 2026 ASGCT Catalyst Award co-recipients, Dr. Urnov, talks about his work in gene editing and discusses the need for collaboration in the field to bring more cell and gene therapies to patients. Music:  ‘Brig...

This episode, recorded at the ASGCT 2026 Annual Meeting in Boston, focuses on  Molecular Therapy Advances ’ upcoming special issue, Beyond prevalance: How rare diseases are reshaping therapeutic innovation . Listen as Editor-in-Chief of  Molecular Therapy Advances, Dr. Mohamed Abou-el-Enein, discusses the evolution of therapeutic development for rare diseases with guest editor...

Scientists, Unedited is a monthly podcast hosted by Eirini Vamva, PhD, that spotlights the people behind scientific breakthroughs – their journeys, motivations, and lives beyond the lab. Each episode begins with personal stories, explores passions outside of science, and closes with an accessible conversation about the guest’s work for a general audience. In this first episode, Dr. Vam...

Recorded on site at the ASGCT 2026 Annual Meeting in Boston, this mini-series introduces listeners to ASGCT members and the work driving progress across the cell and gene therapy field. In each episode, members are invited to share their backgrounds, discuss the current state of the field, and reflect on the value of ASGCT membership. This series of brief, engaging conversations will help listener...

In this episode of The Issue, new co-hosts Jason West, PhD, and Sanjay D’Souza, PhD, turn the mics on themselves to introduce one another to listeners. Recorded live at the ASGCT 2026 Annual Meeting in Boston, this episode invites listeners to get to know the new co-hosts as they share their backgrounds, ask each other questions, and share how listeners can get involved with future content o...

Recorded on site at the ASGCT 2026 Annual Meeting in Boston, this mini-series introduces listeners to ASGCT members and the work driving progress across the cell and gene therapy field. In each episode, members are invited to share their backgrounds, discuss the current state of the field, and reflect on the value of ASGCT membership. This series of brief, engaging conversations will help listener...

In this episode, recorded on-site at the ASGCT 2026 Annual Meeting, Molecular Therapy Advances Associate Editor-in-Chief Dr. Dan Stone speaks with Dr. Dan DuBreuil of Sanofi. They break down the science behind a recent paper detailing the development of a secretable frataxin, highlighting its potential to improve treatment efficacy for Friedreich’s ataxia. Music:  'Electric Dreams' by S...

Recorded on site at the ASGCT 2026 Annual Meeting in Boston, this mini-series introduces listeners to ASGCT members and the work driving progress across the cell and gene therapy field. In each episode, members are invited to share their backgrounds, discuss the current state of the field, and reflect on the value of ASGCT membership. This series of brief, engaging conversations will help listener...

Recorded on site at the ASGCT 2026 Annual Meeting in Boston, this mini-series introduces listeners to ASGCT members and the work driving progress across the cell and gene therapy field. In each episode, members are invited to share their backgrounds, discuss the current state of the field, and reflect on the value of ASGCT membership. This series of brief, engaging conversations will help listener...

In this episode, Dr. Paloma Giangrande, Editor-in-Chief of Molecular Therapy Nucleic Acids, speaks with Normand Allaire, Head of Genomics at the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Therapeutics Lab. They discuss the article, Upregulation of a CFTR mRNA isoform has therapeutic potential for the treatment of 3’ CFTR PTC variants, which introduces an ASO-based therapeutic approach to cystic fibrosis for...

Recorded on site at the ASGCT 2026 Annual Meeting in Boston, this mini podcast series introduces listeners to ASGCT members and the work driving progress across the cell and gene therapy field. In each episode, members are invited to share their backgrounds, discuss the current state of the field, and reflect on the value of ASGCT membership. This series of brief, engaging conversations will help...

Recorded and published daily during #ASGCT2026, Soundbites of the Annual Meeting captures the energy and breadth of the conference through quick-hit conversations, scientific snapshots, attendee perspectives, and highlights from across the field — offering a daily pulse on what’s happening throughout the meeting. Take a listen from Friday, May 15, 2026 as we talk with Jennifer Adair, P...

Recorded and published daily during #ASGCT2026, Soundbites of the Annual Meeting captures the energy and breadth of the conference through quick-hit conversations, scientific snapshots, attendee perspectives, and highlights from across the field — offering a daily pulse on what’s happening throughout the meeting. Take a listen from Friday, May 15, 2026 as we talk with Dr. Daria Fedyuki...

Recorded and published daily during #ASGCT2026, Soundbites of the Annual Meeting captures the energy and breadth of the conference through quick-hit conversations, scientific snapshots, attendee perspectives, and highlights from across the field — offering a daily pulse on what’s happening throughout the meeting. Take a listen from Thursday, May 14, 2026 as we talk with Hans-Peter Kiem...

Recorded and published daily during #ASGCT2026,  Soundbites of the Annual Meeting captures the energy and breadth of the conference through quick-hit conversations, scientific snapshots, attendee perspectives, and highlights from across the field — offering a daily pulse on what’s happening throughout the meeting. Take a listen from Thursday, May 14, 2026 as we talk with Defne Ama...

Recorded and published daily during #ASGCT2026, Soundbites of the Annual Meeting captures the energy and breadth of the conference through quick-hit conversations, scientific snapshots, attendee perspectives, and highlights from across the field — offering a daily pulse on what’s happening throughout the meeting. Take a listen from Thursday, May 14, 2026 as we talk with Craig Martin, F...

Recorded and published daily during #ASGCT2026, Soundbites of the Annual Meeting captures the energy and breadth of the conference through quick-hit conversations, scientific snapshots, attendee perspectives, and highlights from across the field — offering a daily pulse on what’s happening throughout the meeting. Take a listen from Wednesday, May 13, 2026 as we talk with Dawn Bowles, P...