Presidential Lecture Awardee - The importance of alpha-synuclein research | Congress 2024

Dr. Virginia Lee is the 2024 C. David Marsden Presidential Lecture Award Winner, renowned for her groundbreaking research on alpha-synuclein in neurodegenerative diseases. She discusses her journey into the field and the critical role of alpha-synuclein in Parkinson's. The conversation highlights advancements and challenges in the study of protein aggregation and misfolding. Lee emphasizes the need for collaboration among researchers and inspires the next generation to engage with science, all while navigating the complexities of work-life balance in academia.