Lior Gepstein

Dr. Lior Gepstein, a clinician-scientist at Technion, dives into the fascinating realm of stem cell research focused on heart disease. He explains how human-induced pluripotent stem cells can be transformed into cardiomyocytes, crucial for understanding arrhythmias like long QT syndrome. Gepstein highlights the innovative use of genetically encoded fluorescent reporters to monitor heart cell function and the potential for personalized drug screening. His insights into regenerative therapy and biological pacemakers showcase a promising future for treating cardiac conditions.