A conversation with Lord Ajay Kakkar on leadership, legacy and research

Our host sits down with the Lord Ajay Kakkar, M.D., Ph.D., Director of the Thrombosis Research Institute, as he reflects on his professional journey and the key moments that shaped his career, including his unique experiences working at the intersection of medicine and government with the U.K. Parliament. He also shares the profound influence of his late father, Vijay Kakkar, M.D., and how family legacy has informed his own approach to mentorship and governance. Tune in to this thoughtful conversation on science and service.

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This episode is 00:24:02 long.

This episode was published on Jan 21, 2026.

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