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At the University of Michigan, the Center for RNA Biomedicine stands at the forefront of scientific discovery, transforming how we understand and treat diseases at the genetic level. Our mission is simple yet profound: to harness the potential of RNA — the blueprint of life — to create new therapies for patients suffering from rare and chronic diseases.
The newly established Nucleic Acid Therapeutics (NATx) Core is the heart of this next wave of innovation. Here, our experts develop and manufacture advanced RNA-based treatments, such as antisense oligonucleotides (ASOs) and other cutting-edge molecular therapies. These precision medicines are designed to target the root causes of illness — genetic mutations that once seemed untreatable.
Your gift today will help change tomorrow’s world of science and medicine.
Imagine a child whose life has been upended by a genetic disorder, whose family is desperate for answers. The NATx Core brings hope by making it possible to design therapies tailored to the specific needs of each patient. Already, we’re seeing remarkable progress: RNA therapeutics are showing promise in conditions ranging from neurodegenerative diseases to cancer and even viral infections.
But we’re not just changing outcomes for individuals — we’re building a vibrant, collaborative community of researchers, clinicians, and students. We foster cross-disciplinary partnerships and mentor the next generation of RNA scientists in an inclusive, equitable environment. By leveraging Michigan’s strengths in single-cell biophysics, molecular biology, and clinical research, we’re accelerating discoveries from the lab bench to the bedside.
With your support, we can acquire the essential equipment and resources needed to translate scientific breakthroughs into real-world treatments. Together, we can turn scientific possibility into hope — and hope into healing — for families everywhere.
Your gift goes even further today thanks to LSA matches!
The Center for RNA Biomedicine is housed within the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA) at the University of Michigan. Learn more about the many ways LSA can match your gift!
The Regents of the University of Michigan has 501(c)(3) non-profit tax-exempt status. Federal tax ID number: 38-6006309
