Michelle Monje, a 2021 MacArthur Fellow and professor of neurology talks with Ran Abramitzky, professor of economics, about the molecular and cellular mechanisms of postnatal neurodevelopment. Get a glimpse into Monje’s personal and professional path as both a research scientist and practicing physician, how her ideas made a difference in the world, and what advice she has for students and for researchers.

This event is part of the Big Ideas series hosted by Abramitzky featuring conversations with Stanford’s Nobel Laureates and MacArthur “Genius” Fellows.

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10/26: Pediatric Neuro-oncology with Michelle Monje

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11/9: Experimental Physics with Monika Schleier-Smith

11/16: Bioorthogonal Chemistry with Carolyn Bertozzi

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