Dr. Andrea Califano, founder of Columbia University’s Systems Biology Department and President of the Chan-Zuckerberg Biohub New York, talks about his research on identifying checkpoints within cancer cells. Through algorithms and experimental verification, the Califano Lab is able to find specific proteins that are crucial for tumor progression, revealing useful therapeutic targets. As the co-founder of DarwinHealth, Dr. Califano explains how his research is translated into New York City’s biotech scene. Be sure to tune into this episode’s discussion on cancer therapeutics, startups, collaboration, and more. Hosted by Alex Chen.
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