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Nephi Stella is a Professor at the University of Washington in the Department of Pharmacology. His research focuses on drug discovery, precision medicine, and the molecular basis of disease. In his lab, he investigates the endocannabinoid signaling system and its potential therapeutic uses for treating neurological diseases such as epilepsy and brain tumors. His work emphasizes the cannabinoid 2-arachidonylglycerol (2-AG) and its degrading enzyme, ABHD6, which plays a crucial role in controlling seizure incidence. Dr. Stella employs various methodologies including pharmacology, biochemistry, and molecular biology to explore the therapeutic values of cannabinoid-based molecules. In addition to his research, he is a member of the Washington State Academy of Sciences and participates in academic societies including the Society for Neuroscience and the Society for Neuro-oncology.
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