
Roy Sillitoe
Neuroscientist and researcher specializing in cerebellar development and neurological disorders, who discusses his research on dystonia and gene-related conditions in the episode.
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Mar 24, 2026 • 53min
My Niece and Her Neuroscientist - Dr. Roy Sillitoe
Dr. Roy Sillitoe, neuroscientist who studies cerebellar development and movement disorders, talks about how the cerebellum shapes movement and communication. He discusses using mouse models to create and reverse dystonia, miniaturized and closed-loop brain stimulation, and linking POU4F1 gene mutations to rare motor and speech problems. Funding and paths toward human therapies are also highlighted.


