Adrian Erlebacher

Dr. Adrian Erlebacher, a Professor at UCSF, delves into reproductive immunology, focusing on immune tolerance during pregnancy. He explains how the maternal-fetal interface affects pregnancy outcomes and touches on challenges translating animal studies to human pregnancy. The importance of glycans in immune modulation is emphasized, alongside discussions about the complexity of immune responses and factors influencing preterm labor. This fascinating conversation highlights the intersection of maternal health and immunology.