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This lecture explores different approaches in gene therapy for various diseases, such as spinal muscular atrophy, Huntington disease, and Parkinson's disease. It discusses the advantages of gene transfer over conventional drugs, including accessibility, long-term treatment, and more physiological delivery. The lecture also covers delivery vectors, focusing on viral vectors and their characteristics in gene delivery.