Howard Chang

Maya Adam hosts Howard Chang, a Stanford professor specializing in dermatology and genetics, and Diana Dou, an immunology assistant professor at Duke University with a focus on autoimmune diseases. They discuss why women are disproportionately affected by autoimmune conditions, sharing insights on genetic factors like X chromosomes and regulatory RNAs. Personal experiences from their medical journeys reveal the critical need for deeper research into gender disparities in immunity, alongside the importance of mentorship and collaboration in science.