Oncolytic HSV-1 (oHSV-1) for treatment of prostate cancer

This project is to use genetic engineered “cold-sore” virus to treat prostate cancer. The virus is engineered to reduce its toxicity to normal tissues but can specifically attack and kill tumour cells. Meanwhile, the virus releases a group of anti-tumour immune stimulating factors to activate immune system to eliminate prostate tumour. This project will use a unique prostate tumour mouse model to test the virus.

Faculty Supervisor:

Paul Rennie

Student:

Zahid Delwar

Partner:

Virogin Biotech Canada Ltd

Discipline:

Medicine

Sector:

Life sciences

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Program:

Accelerate

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