Marius Wernig: Using microglia to understand and treat neurodegenerative diseases

Prof. Marius Wernig (Stanford University): Using microglia to understand and treat neurodegenerative diseases

Marius and his lab study the molecular mechanisms that define neural lineage identity focusing on transcription factors and chromatin biology. They use cellular reprogramming to understand how neurons are induced, how they mature and maintain their identity. Combining reprogramming with genetic engineering, Marius and team study human neuronal and glial cell biology to provide powerful human disease models with utility for developing stem cell-based therapies. They investigate microglia-neuron interactions to understand the brain's immune system and to exploit microglia for therapeutic and regenerative purposes. Marius has made groundbreaking contributions in these areas and received multiple awards for his work. 

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Meeting ID: 685 1086 0288
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