China Dismisses Researchers, Punishes Officials After Gene Therapy Death

China dismissed two researchers and disciplined five hospital officials after an investigation into a gene therapy study linked to a child's death. The action signals regulatory tightening on experimental treatments, though details on the therapy and trial remain undisclosed. This may deter similar research and affect public trust in China's biotech sector.

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