Gene delivery

Gene delivery" is not a molecule or receptor, but rather a process or technique used in gene therapy and related biomedical fields. It refers to the method of transporting genetic material (such as DNA or RNA) into cells to modify their function, often using vectors like viruses (adenoviral, lentiviral, AAV), non-viral carriers (lipid nanoparticles, polymers), or other molecular tools. This process enables gene therapy by facilitating the transfer of therapeutic genes for the treatment of diseases, including genetic disorders, cancers, and other conditions[3][5][7]. However, gene delivery itself is not a therapeutic target (such as a receptor, enzyme, or transporter), but an enabling technology for such interventions, so it does not fit the definition of a molecular target or biomolecule[2][3][5].