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Yoav Gilad is a Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Chicago. His research focuses on the genetic regulatory differences between humans and their closest evolutionary relatives. The long-term goal of his work is to identify the genetic basis of human-specific traits and the genetic variation that underlies the higher susceptibility of humans to certain diseases and disorders compared to primates. He has a Ph.D. in Molecular Genetics from the Weizmann Institute of Science, where he also completed his M.Sc. in Molecular Genetics. His academic journey began with a B.Sc. in Molecular Genetics and Biochemistry at Ben Gurion University. Professor Gilad has contributed significantly to the understanding of the genetic impacts of environmental factors on gene regulation, particularly in the context of diseases. His key publications address topics such as the response of genetic loci to environmental stress and the development of pluripotent stem cells for regenerative medicine.
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