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  "textContent": "A research team has successfully demonstrated the world's first gene-editing treatment for Leber's hereditary optic neuropathy (LHON). The study was conducted in collaboration with the Seoul National University College of Veterinary Medicine and Edgene Co., Ltd.",
  "title": "Gene-editing therapy proves effective for Leber's hereditary optic neuropathy"
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