What are the clinical applications and potential of microRNA therapy?
miRNA therapy has shown promise in preclinical studies for a variety of diseases:
1. Cancer: miRNAs can act as tumor suppressors or oncogenes. Delivering tumor-suppressive miRNAs or inhibiting oncogenic miRNAs can help in cancer treatment. 2. Cardiovascular Diseases: miRNAs play a role in heart development and function. Modulating specific miRNAs can aid in treating heart diseases. 3. Neurological Disorders: miRNAs are involved in neuronal development and function. Targeting miRNAs can potentially treat conditions like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.
