Chromosomes, artwork, stock illustration

About Us

The rapid expansion and use of gene therapy globally have made it critical to organize, structure and strengthen efforts in this fast-moving field. The Gene Therapy Institute was formed to support these critical administrative, recruiting and infrastructural needs. Our faculty have uniquely positioned the Institute as a global leader in this area, with end-to-end capabilities ranging from fundamental science to clinical trials and, ultimately, commercialization.

Our Mission 

The Gene Therapy Institute is dedicated to: 

  • Fostering an interdisciplinary community of scientists and clinicians in gene therapies within Ohio and around the world. 
  • Supporting the infrastructure necessary for investigators to rapidly access cutting-edge technologies in gene therapy vectors and delivery devices. 
  • Leading in the education and training of gene therapy in the areas of science, medicine, law, and business. 
  • Utilizing strategic partnerships and seamless vertical integration to accelerate gene therapies from basic research to transformative clinical trials and beyond. 

Executive Team

Director, Gene Therapy Institute
Professor & Chair, Department of Neurological Surgery
Chief Scientific Officer, Gene Therapy Institute
Professor, Department of Neurological Surgery
Administrator, Gene Therapy Institute

Our Facilities

Pelotonia Research Center

Pelotonia Research Center

Biomedical Research Tower building

Biomedical Research Tower

Wiseman Hall at the Ohio State University

Wiseman Hall

The James Cancer Hospital at the ohio state university houses our intraoperative MRI equipment

The James Cancer Hospital

Support the Institute

A gift to the Gene Therapy Institute can take us closer to new discoveries and life-changing treatments.