Description

In this episode, we explore immunogenomics with Dr. Melissa Smith, a leading expert in genomics and personalized medicine. Dr. Smith shares her journey from UC San Diego to Harvard and her eminent roles in academia and industry. She discusses the complexity of antibody genes and their significance in precision medicine, vaccines, and therapeutics. The conversation also covers the importance of inclusivity in research for quality healthcare, the non-linear nature of scientific careers, and the need for genetic diversity in drug and vaccine development.

Episode Highlights:

• Dr. Melissa Smith's journey from UC San Diego to Harvard and her roles in academia and industry
• The complexity of antibody genes and their significance in precision medicine, vaccines, and therapeutics
• The importance of inclusivity in research for quality healthcare
• The non-linear nature of scientific careers
• The need for genetic diversity in drug and vaccine development
• Dr. Smith's research on antibody diversity and genomic variation
• Sequencing technology and its impact on drug efficacy and precision medicine
• Profiling autoimmune diseases

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LINKS:

https://www.drjeremykoenig.com/
https://www.instagram.com/drjeremykoenig/
https://www.youtube.com/@drjeremykoenig

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