Svetlana Mojsov
Macedonian‑born Yugoslav scientist whose research discovered GLP‑1 as an incretin hormone, work that laid the foundation for diabetes and weight‑loss medicines.
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Oct 23, 2025 • 11min
GLP-1: A breakthrough for diabetes and obesity
In this compelling conversation, Svetlana Mojsov, a pioneering Yugoslav scientist, shares her groundbreaking discovery of the hormone GLP-1, crucial for insulin release and the management of diabetes. She recounts her journey from Macedonia to Massachusetts, influencing the development of life-changing weight-loss and diabetes treatments. Svetlana also reflects on the initial challenges of gaining recognition for her work and the lasting impact her research has had on medicine today.
Sep 28, 2023 • 35min
276: Who discovered GLP-1? Plus: BrainStorm at the FDA and biotech's slump
Chemist Svetlana Mojsov's vital role in the discovery of GLP-1 is explored, highlighting patent disputes and challenges faced by women in science. The FDA hearing on BrainStorm's ALS treatment and the state of biotech stocks are also discussed, emphasizing the need for more inclusive recognition in the scientific community.
