Core Insights - CRISPR Therapeutics announced the acceptance of an abstract for oral presentation at the ESGCT 2025 Annual Congress, focusing on its SyNTase gene editing technology for treating Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) [1][5] - The SyNTase platform represents a significant advancement in gene editing, combining compact Cas9 proteins with engineered polymerases for improved efficiency and precision [2] - The technology demonstrated high editing levels (up to 95%) in human hepatocyte cell models with minimal off-target effects (<0.5%) and showed promising results in humanized mouse and rat models [4] Company Overview - CRISPR Therapeutics has evolved from a research-stage company to a leader in gene editing, having achieved the first-ever CRISPR-based therapy approval [6] - The company has a diverse portfolio targeting various diseases, including hemoglobinopathies, oncology, and rare diseases, with a notable product, CASGEVY, approved for sickle cell disease and beta thalassemia [6] - The company has formed strategic partnerships, including with Vertex Pharmaceuticals, to enhance its research and development efforts [6] Presentation Details - The oral presentation titled "Single-dose in vivo gene correction of AATD via LNP-delivered SyNTase editors" is scheduled for October 10, 2025, at the ESGCT conference [5] - The abstract is available online for congress registrants, with updated data to be presented during the session [5]