Epilepsy is a complex condition marked by recurring seizures due to abnormal brain activity. Jenny Hsieh’s research tackles this puzzling condition, which affects over 65 million people globally. Hseih aims to unravel its mysteries by using stem cell-based models, including patient-derived neurons, to understand the underlying causes and...
Take a deep dive into the multifaceted topic of cholesterol in this UC San Francisco Mini Medical School for the Public presentation. Dr. Robert B. Baron begins by explaining the fundamental role of cholesterol in our bodies and how it is transported systemically. He specifically addresses LDL (low-density lipoprotein), commonly referred to as...
