Posted on 10th June 2025

Canavan Disease gene therapy research funding

A South East Technological University (SETU) research team has secured significant international funding for its work in gene therapy for Canavan disease. The €159,589 award, granted by ELA International (the European Leukodystrophy Association), will support a two-year research project led by Dr Lee Coffey at SETU, in collaboration with global leaders in gene therapy at the University of Massachusetts (UMASS) Medical School.

To read the full press release: SETU funding