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EPISODE · May 22, 2025 · 12 MIN

Your Brain: Mossy Cells and the Fight Against Epilepsy - Prof Helen Scharfman

from Epilepsy Sparks Insights · host Torie Robinson

Helen Scharfman, a professor at NYU and a research scientist, discusses her extensive research on the epilepsies; particularly focusing on mossy cells in the temporal lobe! She explains the significance of these cells in understanding seizures and anxiety, and the potential for future treatments/preventions! Helen emphasises the importance of patient involvement in research and the international, collaborative nature of scientific discovery! ------------------------------------------ 🔗 Website & more about Helen: 👇🏻 https://torierobinson.com/epilepsy-sparks-insights/helen-scharfman-mossy-cells-international-research  ----------------------------------------- Don’t understand all the terms used? Check out the Epilepsy Sparks Glossary! 👇🏻 https://www.epilepsysparks.com/glossary  ------------------------------------------ 📲 Join us on social media! - LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/epilepsy-sparks - Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/epilepsysparks.bsky.social - Instagram https://www.instagram.com/epilepsysparks - Facebook https://www.facebook.com/epilepsysparks  - TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@epilepsysparks  

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