Gene Therapy Program

News & Announcements
Patient Completes State's First Gene Therapy Trial At University of Minnesota . Researchers at the University of Minnesota's Institute of Human Genetics will complete Minnesota's first clinical trial of gene therapy, in this case to treat Hunter syndrome, Friday, Jan. 9, when the patient receives his final infusion. Read more...

Gene Therapy for Metabolic Disorders
Information on the Gene Therapy for Metabolic Disorders Program, directed by Dr. Chester B. Whitley

MPS Mutation Databases
Access our databases of MPS mutations. These databases are fully searchable.

Faculty & Staff
Information on the people who work at the Gene Therapy Program. Includes biosketches and recently published work.

MPS Test
Information on the MPS Test, a patented method for detection of MPS diseases in newborn children.

Related Links and Resources
Links related to MPS, Gene Therapy, or other interesting topics.

MPS Mutation Analysis Requests
Information on requesting mutation analysis through our laboratories. Includes forms for printing out and completing.