Dr. Kevin Eggan
Professor of stem cell and regenerative biology at Harvard University, whose research focuses on applying stem cell biology to study ALS.
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Dec 20, 2016 • 1h 15min
Ep. 81: “Organoids and Zika” Featuring Drs. Kevin Eggan and Michael Wells
Dr. Kevin Eggan, Harvard professor who models neurological disease, and Dr. Michael Wells, postdoc who built iPSC-derived organoid Zika models, discuss organoids used to probe how Zika infects developing brain tissue. They cover CRISPR knockouts like AXL, redundant entry pathways, innate immune roles, and whether Zika will become endemic or be controlled. Practical lab approaches and long-term risks are debated.
May 13, 2014 • 1h 13min
Ep. 18: Lou Gehrig’s Update Featuring Dr. Kevin Eggan
Dr. Kevin Eggan, a professor at Harvard, is on a mission to tackle ALS using stem cells. He shares groundbreaking insights into the role of the C9orf72 gene, often overlooked in ALS research. The conversation dives into environmental factors linked to the disease, exploring intriguing cases involving athletes and military personnel. Eggan also highlights the challenges in replicating scientific studies and the desperate need for funding to advance innovative research in this vital field. Exciting findings promise hope for future ALS treatments!
