Jonathan Kipnis

Jonathan Kipnis, a leading neuroscientist at Washington University, discusses groundbreaking findings about the brain's waste clearance system. He explains how meningeal lymphatics challenge the belief that the brain lacks a drainage system. Listeners will find insight into glymphatic flow, the role of astrocytes, and how sleep enhances waste removal. Kipnis also highlights the connection between immune surveillance and brain health, diving into how aging and autoimmune diseases affect lymphatic function and potential therapeutic approaches.