11.   To force scientists to comply with the rules, Kirschstein said the institute would begin inspections of institutions that conducted gene therapy research, including records reviews.

12.   A federal advisory panel searching for ways to publicly monitor gene therapy research failed Thursday to make final decisions, but planned to meet again in three months.

13.   Gene researchers said the study makes new strides in gene therapy research that could prove useful in treating other diseases and developing DNA-based vaccines.

14.   On Friday, the committee must deal with a formal appeal from biotechnology activist Jeremy Rifkin, who wants a moratorium on gene therapy research.

15.   Rodin said the university will also strengthen oversight of gene therapy research and other clinical trials, and review its conflict-of-interest policies.

16.   Some members of Congress have expressed concern that the public is being mistrustful of gene therapy research.