Carolyn Bertozzi
Biochemist | Exploring Cellular Sugar Structures and Their Communication Functions
About
Carolyn Bertozzi presents groundbreaking research on the complex world of cellular sugar structures and their role in biological communication. Her work focuses on decoding the messages that sugar coatings on cells convey, revealing how these molecular structures function as a sophisticated communication system within our bodies.
Through her research, Bertozzi illuminates how cellular sugar coatings serve as more than just structural components - they act as critical messengers that influence cellular behavior, recognition, and interaction. Her ability to translate complex biochemical concepts into accessible insights has made her a sought-after speaker for explaining how fundamental cellular processes impact human health and disease.
Her presentation at TEDxStanford demonstrates her expertise in making cutting-edge scientific discoveries understandable to diverse audiences, bridging the gap between laboratory research and practical applications in medicine and biotechnology.
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What the sugar coating on your cells is trying to tell you
Your cells are coated with sugars that store information and speak a secret language. What are they trying to tell us? Your blood type, for one -- and, potentially, that you have cancer. Chemical biologist Carolyn Bertozzi researches how sugars on cancerous cells interact with (and sometimes trick) your immune system. Learn more about how your body detects cancer and how the latest cancer-fighting medicines could help your immune system beat the disease.
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