The Swine It Podcast Show Canada - Dr. Ali Honaramooz: Organ Transplantation Future | Ep. 87

the swine it canada podcast Nov 14, 2024

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show Canada, Dr. Ali Honaramooz, from the University of Saskatchewan, explores the field of xenotransplantation using pigs as models. Dr. Honaramooz discusses the suitability of pigs for organ transplantation, addressing the challenges and breakthroughs in genetic modifications to make pig organs viable for human transplants. Tune in to explore the future of organ transplantation. Listen to this insightful episode on all major platforms!

What will you learn:
 

  • Importance of pigs
  • Organ shortage issues
  • Genetic modifications
  • Ethical concerns
  • Future research prospects

Meet the guest:

Dr. Ali Honaramooz is a professor of Veterinary Biomedical Sciences at the University of Saskatchewan. He earned his DVM from Shiraz University and his Ph.D. in reproductive biology from the University of Saskatchewan, followed by postdoctoral work at the University of Pennsylvania. His research focuses on germ cell transplantation and testis tissue xenografting, with significant implications for human fertility treatments.

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