The Fever Effect

Rad Scientist by KPBS

Sep 2, 202026:59Science & Medicine

Melonie Vaughn’s desire to study neurodevelopmental disorders stemmed from watching her autistic brother struggle with navigating school and social relationships. Now she is a rising second year neuroscience Ph.D. studen...

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