HeyJaredSpeaking of the Brain
Host Madeline S. Cheng dives into the science of how the brain really works - from everyday experiences to breakthrough technologies to new discoveries. Speaking of the Brain breaks down complex neuroscience into clear and engaging stories.
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My Journey in Neuroscience (Part 2): Investigating the Kidney-Brain Axis Through Spatial Transcriptomics In the Lab of Dr. Harshman, M.D., M.S. (opens the original)
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In Part 2 of "My Journey in Neuroscience", I share how my interests in neurodevelopment and kidney physiology came together through research on the kidney-brain axis in Dr. Harshman's lab at the University of Iowa. I discuss using spatial transcriptomics to investigate how pediatric chronic kidney disease may affect different regions of the developing brain and reflect on what I have learned from these experiences about curiosity and growth in research.
My Journey in Neuroscience (Part 1): Inside the PEND Laboratory with Dr. Stevens, M.D., Ph.D. (opens the original)
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In this episode of Speaking of the Brain, I share the story of how my journey into neuroscience research began at the University of Iowa's PEND Laboratory led by Dr. Hanna Stevens, M.D., Ph.D. From studying the placenta's role in neurodevelopment to discovering the value of curiosity, mentorship, and persistence, I reflect on the research experience that shaped my passion for becoming a physician-scientist and for neuroscience.
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