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Start the new year with science-driven insights into some of today’s most pressing health challenges. Chronic health conditions affect more than 75% of U.S. adults and continue to rise. UC Davis College of Biological Sciences researchers and collaborators are unraveling the genetic mechanisms and lifestyle decisions that drive some of these illnesses.
Join our experts to learn more about cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and sleep health and what they mean for better health choices.
Featuring presentations by:
- Aldrin Gomes
Professor and Vice Chair of Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior; Professor of Physiology and Membrane Biology
Gomes investigates how molecular and cellular changes regulate cardiovascular function and muscle physiology, and examines the mechanisms by which common drugs such as painkillers influence organ systems and overall health. - Mark Huising
Professor of Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior and Physiology and Membrane Biology
Huising observes how beta cells and their neighbors control insulin release and keep blood sugar levels balanced, offering insights into how diabetes develops and future treatment possibilities. - Joanna Chiu
Professor and Chair of Entomology and Nematology; UC Davis Genome Center Faculty
Chiu investigates how our body tells time and how disruptions in circadian rhythms affect health, sleep and lifespan.
About the Series:
Under the Microscope invites the public into the lab to meet the scientists, researchers, and experts driving discovery at every level of life on Earth. From breakthroughs in cancer biology and treatment to insights into how parental involvement shapes offspring behavior, each event features engaging conversations with leading UC Davis experts whose work is transforming our understanding of life.