Dr. Christine Mummery

Dr. Christine Mummery, a leading expert in stem cell biology from Leiden University Medical Center, shares her insights on using pluripotent stem cells to combat heart disease. She discusses the innovative process of differentiating stem cells into cardiomyocytes and vascular cells. The conversation explores milestones in heart repair and the exciting prospects of regenerative medicine, including overcoming challenges in publication and advancing therapeutic applications. Mummery also highlights the rhythmic contractions of engineered heart tissue, merging science with a touch of humor.