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How Genetics Is Changing Alzheimer’s Disease Research
Alzheimer’s disease research is changing how scientists understand the long path from early brain changes to memory loss. In this program, John Hardy, Ph.D., University College London Institute of Neurology, explains how genetics helps reveal where neurodegenerative disease begins, not only where it ends. Hardy traces how studies of inherited Alzheimer’s disease, amyloid, presenilin, tau,…
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Kyoto Prize: Three Laureates, Three Ways of Expanding Human Knowledge
The Kyoto Prize Symposium features three laureates whose work spans ethics, life sciences, and information technology. Across very different fields, the laureates highlight research that reshapes how we understand human behavior, biological development, and intelligent systems. As Dr. Kazuo Inamori, founder of the Kyoto Prize, puts it: “A human being has no higher calling than…
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Navigating SCN8A Epilepsy: A Scientist’s Personal Fight
Being a parent often brings unexpected challenges, but for Dr. Madeline Oudin, the journey has been especially profound. As both a scientist and a mother, she is navigating uncharted territory to help her daughter Margot, who was born with SCN8A-related epilepsy. This rare genetic condition causes severe seizures and developmental challenges, profoundly affecting Margot’s daily…
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Spinal Cord Injury and Stem Cells
Every year, 15,000 – 20,000 Americans sustain a spinal cord injury (SCI). Another 200,000 – 500,000 are living in the chronic stages of SCI every day. Loss of movement and sensation, persistent pain, and depression are common. Could stem cells play a role in finding a cure? Dr. Mark Tuszynski shares his work using neural…
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Genetic Counselors – An Important Resource
Genetic counselors do more than interpret lab results. They can guide you through pre-pregnancy planning, help facilitate discussions about family history, and so much more. With so much genetic information available to expectant parents, it is important to have a resource who can not only collect data but help you understand the results. Dr. Julia…