The University of Queensland, Australia
Dr. Giovanni Pietrogrande is a senior postdoctoral researcher at the Stem Cell Engineering lab at the Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology in Queensland. His previous research focused on the impact of microglia activation on brain processes, highlighting the crucial role of microglia-mediated inflammation in neuronal loss following brain ischemic injury. This work led to the development of an innovative treatment to prevent neuronal death.
He now uses advanced CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing techniques to modify induced pluripotent stem cells, generating brain and spinal cord organoids to model neurological diseases and evaluate potential treatments. He collaborates with biotech companies and startups, employing genetic engineering for product development and organoid-based compound screening. He also provides consultancy services for various companies, advancing stem cell research.
THE USE OF STEM CELLS IN DISEASE MODELING II
Saturday, July 13, 2024
8:15 AM – 9:45 AM CEST
A NEW IMMUNOCOMPETENT BRAIN ORGANOID MODEL TO STUDY DEMYELINATING DISEASES
Saturday, July 13, 2024
9:10 AM – 9:20 AM CEST