Pioneer of parabiosis research showing young blood factors rejuvenate aged tissues
Thomas Rando is a renowned stem cell biologist and professor at UCLA who directs the Eli and Edythe Broad Center of Regenerative Medicine. His pioneering parabiosis experiments demonstrated that young blood contains factors that can rejuvenate aged tissues, sparking intense interest in blood-based rejuvenation therapies. His research focuses on understanding why stem cells decline with age and identifying interventions to restore their regenerative capacity. His work has fundamental implications for treating age-related muscle loss, cognitive decline, and tissue repair.