Dr. Nancy Schwartz

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Biography

Nancy B. Schwartz is a Professor in the Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago, specializing in Pediatrics and Biochemistry. With a PhD in Biochemistry from the University of Pittsburgh obtained in 1971, she has a robust career focused on the study of glycoconjugates and their role in cartilage development and the underlying genetic disorders related to skeletal development. Her research interests encompass chondrodystrophies, central nervous system (CNS) development, gliogenesis, and the impact of traumatic brain injury. Schwartz has contributed significantly to understanding proteoglycan functions and their regulation during skeletal development, as highlighted in various publications. She has also played a crucial role in mentoring within the National Research Mentoring Network, promoting diversity and inclusion in the biomedical field. Her research output includes influential articles in prominent journals, addressing topics such as glycosaminoglycans' chemistry and their implications in neurological conditions.

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Awards

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Arthritis Foundation Fellowship

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American Heart Association Established Investigatorship

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Research Career Development Award

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NIH Merit Awardee

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NPA Distinguished Service Award

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NIH Mentor Excellence Award

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Department of Philosophy