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Spec references J247: B6.3w J250: B6.3q. Two examples of how the Human Genome Project has helped with treating patients. Gene therapy example given to help a patient have night vision and prevent blindness.
- Programme: How Science Changed Our World
- Channel: BBC One
- Broadcast year: 2010
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Biology (J247): B6.3w
Combined Science (J250): B6.3q | Infection and response | Treating, curing and preventing disease | The human genome project and medicine
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