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GeCure Solutions: research built around clear questions and transparent limits

GeCure Solutions is a research organization working in molecular genetics, cell biology, and the development of potential gene-therapy approaches. This parent-facing website focuses specifically on Angelman syndrome and explains how scientific review, preclinical research, and transparent funding can be organized.

Two GeCure researchers in lab coats standing in front of a biochemical pathways chart

Mission

To help families understand the molecular basis of Angelman syndrome, assess whether a research direction is scientifically defensible, and organize transparent, milestone-based development and funding plans — without overstating what science can promise.

Angelman research focus

This initiative explains Angelman syndrome genetic diagnosis, therapeutic research areas, and the difference between standard care, clinical trials, and preclinical research. It does not offer an approved cure.

Research principles

  • Define the mechanism
  • Test one question at a time
  • Measure before promising
  • Stop when evidence does not support continuation
  • Report uncertainty
  • Protect patient and family data
  • Separate research from clinical treatment
  • Publish or communicate results responsibly

Our team

The scientists, clinicians, and operators behind GeCure Solutions.

  • Portrait of Dr. Iryna Ruda, PhD

    Dr. Iryna Ruda, PhD

    Co-Founder, CEO, board member

  • Portrait of Tetiana Kozak, BA

    Tetiana Kozak, BA

    Co-Founder, COO, board member

  • Portrait of Oksana Taratula, MSc

    Oksana Taratula, MSc

    Advisor in international relations and legal issues, board member

  • Portrait of Prof. Dr. Oksana Piven, D.Sc.

    Prof. Dr. Oksana Piven, D.Sc.

    Scientific Director – molecular genetics

  • Portrait of Prof. Dr. Oleksandr Yushchuk, D.Sc.

    Prof. Dr. Oleksandr Yushchuk, D.Sc.

    Scientist – molecular genetics

  • Portrait of Adj. prof. Dr. Lilya Lehka, PhD

    Adj. prof. Dr. Lilya Lehka, PhD

    Scientist – cell biology

  • Portrait of Prof. Dr. Victor Fedorenko, D.Sc.

    Prof. Dr. Victor Fedorenko, D.Sc.

    Scientist – genetics and biotechnology

  • Portrait of Andrew R. Melnyk, MD

    Andrew R. Melnyk, MD

    Clinical geneticist and Pathologist. Board Certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics

  • Portrait of Dr. Ilona Chelpanova, PhD

    Dr. Ilona Chelpanova, PhD

    Scientist — clinical histology

  • Portrait of Yaroslav Hrubskyi, MSc

    Yaroslav Hrubskyi, MSc

    Scientist – genetics and biotechnology

  • Portrait of Kateryna Stanchak, MSc

    Kateryna Stanchak, MSc

    Scientist – genetics and biotechnology

  • Portrait of Anastasia Stepanyshyn

    Anastasia Stepanyshyn

    PhD Student of genetics and biotechnology

Organization details

Verified organization details will appear once they are supplied and confirmed.

Have questions about GeCure?

We are happy to explain our services, limits, and how to start.