Understanding Neurodegeneration: From Microplastics to C. elegans ALS Models
Date
Thursday, January 9, 2025 16:00 - 17:00
Speaker
Kyung Won Kim (Visiting Professor at the Manuel Zimmer Lab, University of Vienna Department of Life Science, Hallym University, Chuncheon, South Korea)
Location
Mondi 2, Central Building
Series
Seminar/Talk
Tags
Neuroscience Data Talk
Host
Joesch Group
Contact
Understanding the mechanisms of neurodegeneration induced by environmental hazards and neurodegenerative diseases is crucial for advancing neural health. In this talk, I will discuss the physiological impacts of microplastics on neuronal function, focusing on their potential to exacerbate neurodegenerative symptoms, such as those seen in Parkinson’s disease [1]. Additionally, I will present a newly developed optogenetic C. elegans model of TDP-43 proteinopathy, such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), which could serve as a valuable tool for identifying potential therapeutic targets for ALS.