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Oct 2, 2025 29 min

Kristen O'Connell (neuroscience)

from Maine Science Podcast Hosted by Kristen O'Connell, Kate Dickerson

Kristen is an Associate Professor at The Jackson Laboratory where her research focuses on the effects of age on brain function and dementia risk. As a first-generation college student, Kristen's path to doing cutting edge basic research is both inspirational and informative. Kristen was one of the 5 Minute Genius™ speakers at this past year’s Maine Science Festival; you can see her talk on our YouTube channel. This conversation was recorded in June 2025. ~~~~~ The Maine Science Podcast is a production of the Maine Discovery Museum. It is recorded at Discovery Studios, at the Maine Discovery Museum, in Bangor, ME. The Maine Science Podcast is hosted and executive produced by Kate Dickerson; edited and produced by Scott Loiselle. The Discover Maine theme was composed and performed by Nick Parker. To support our work: https://www.mainediscoverymuseum.org/donate. Find us online: Maine Discovery Museum Maine Discovery Museum on social media: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Bluesky YouTube Maine Science Podcast on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube Maine Science Festival on social media: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube © 2026 Maine Discovery Museum

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