Kelise Reddish

I am investigating the impact of oligodendrocyte (OL) cell dysfunction in neurodegenerative conditions such as multiple sclerosis (MS), a condition where the protective myelin sheath deteriorates, leading to impaired neural communication. The formation of a glial scar around the deteriorated site, rich in chondroitin sulfate proteoglycans (CSPGs), presents a significant challenge to OL cells attempting to repair the myelin sheath. My work explores the role of specific chondroitin sulfate glycosaminoglycan (CS-GAG) disaccharide chains in this process.

Fun fact: Serious collector of Squishmallows