The science of sex differences: Building smarter biomaterials
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The science of sex differences: Building smarter biomaterials
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In this episode, Dr. Brian Aguado discusses the importance of incorporating sex differences research in cardiovascular science, emphasizing how biological variables influence disease progression and treatment outcomes. He highlights that recognizing these differences is key to designing biomaterials with improved performance and inclusivity, ultimately contributing to more effective and equitable healthcare solutions.
Learn more: https://jacobsschool.ucsd.edu/people/profile/brian-aguado
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2:20. Why is it important to study sex as a biological variable in this context, and how has it changed the way we understand disease?
6:40 One of the major challenges in biomedical research is designing experiments that truly reflect sex differences. What have been some of the biggest obstacles you have encountered in your work?
10.:20 How do you envision your work on sex-specific biomaterials contributing to more personalized or equitable cardiovascular therapies in the future?
14:02 For young scientists listening to this podcast, what advice would you give to someone interested in integrating sex differences into their own research?