Dr. Kateri Moore, an associate professor at Icahn School of Medicine, shares her pioneering work on hematopoietic stem cells and their therapeutic potentials. She discusses innovative techniques for reprogramming somatic cells into hematopoietic cells and their implications for cancer therapies. The conversation also touches on the dormant states of these stem cells and their activation during stress. Insights into the challenges and breakthroughs in this dynamic field highlight the emotional journey of scientific research, alongside reflections on their personal milestones.