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Nancy B. Schwartz is a Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Chicago, with dual appointments in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. She serves as the Associate Dean for Basic Science and Postdoctoral Affairs. Her research focuses on chondrodystrophy, central nervous system (CNS) development, and genetic disorders, particularly in the context of glycoconjugate chemistry and function. Schwartz investigates the role of glycoproteins in cartilage development and the underlying gene defects that contribute to skeletal development disorders. Additionally, she studies glial cell function, gliogenesis, and their relation to traumatic brain injury and developmental disorders. Over the years, she has contributed to numerous publications that address the complexities of proteoglycan functions and their implications in skeletal development and disease progression.
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