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David Harris is a Professor and Chair of Biochemistry at Boston University, focusing on neurodegenerative diseases such as prion diseases and Alzheimer’s disease. His work addresses the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying these disorders, with implications for public health and therapeutic development.
- Education
- MD-PhD, Columbia University
His laboratory investigates how protein conformational changes drive neurodegeneration, neuronal death, and synaptic dysfunction. By identifying neurotoxic species of PrP and Aβ peptides and their associated cellular pathways, his research aims to translate these findings into potential drug therapies for neurodegenerative disorders.
The lab’s work spans protein misfolding, synaptic dysfunction, and translational medicine, emphasizing the interplay between basic science and clinical applications. While the text does not list specific publications, awards, or advisees, his research maintains a strong focus on therapeutic innovation for currently incurable diseases.
