Elizabeth Murchison
Veterinary Scientist | Cancer Research & Animal Welfare
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Elizabeth Murchison is a leading veterinary scientist whose groundbreaking research has transformed our understanding of transmissible cancers in animals. As an Associate Professor at the University of Cambridge, she focuses on developing treatments for deadly diseases like devil facial tumor disease in Tasmanian devils.
Murchison's work bridges evolutionary biology, genomics, and animal welfare, uncovering crucial insights that could one day help humans and animals alike. Her talks inspire audiences to see the natural world through a scientific lens and appreciate the interconnectedness of all life.
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Fighting a contagious cancer
What is killing the Tasmanian devil? A virulent cancer is infecting them by the thousands -- and unlike most cancers, it's contagious. Researcher Elizabeth Murchison tells us how she's fighting to save the Taz, and what she's learning about all cancers from this unusual strain. Contains disturbing images of facial cancer.
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