The New York Academy of Sciences and HHMI Tangled Bank Studios are pleased to present an exclusive screening of "The Battle to Breathe", followed by a Q&A discussion.
Once considered a childhood death sentence, cystic fibrosis has been transformed by one of the most significant medical breakthroughs of the 21st century. In 2019, the approval of Trikafta, a groundbreaking combination therapy, dramatically changed the outlook for people living with the disease. Today, more than 90% of people with cystic fibrosis in the United States may benefit from this life-changing treatment, with many experiencing improvements once thought impossible.
"The Battle to Breathe" tells the remarkable story of the decades-long scientific journey that made this breakthrough possible. Driven by pioneering researchers, determined clinicians, innovative drug developers, and families advocating for their children, the film explores how persistence, collaboration, and discovery led to a revolutionary treatment.
Featuring insights from leading experts, including Prof. Paul Quinton, Dr. Jennifer L. Taylor, Dr. Francis Collins, Dr. Michael J. Welsh, Paul Negulescu, and science journalist Bijal P. Trivedi, the documentary examines the science, setbacks, and human stories behind one of modern medicine's greatest successes.
