Yann Fichou

@fichoulab.bsky.social

Biophysicist focusing on the molecular basis of neurodegenerative disorders.

Finally done with this HDR! It is an odd requirement to do yet another defense to prove yourself worthy of leading research 🙂. It anyways was a nice get together. Thanks to the colleagues and friends that were part of the jury.

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The tau protein might be the most complex and fascinating amyloid forming protein. It is particularly complicated to make tau amyloid in vitro. In this perspective, we discuss the current challenges to make tau amyloids that are relevant to tauopathies. febs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

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This review highlights the challenges of producing in vitro amyloid assemblies of the tau protein. We review how accurately the existing protocols mimic tau deposits found in the brain of patients af....

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The International EPR/ESR Society (IES) is pleased to announce a new travel award for PhD students and fixed-term contract post-doctoral researchers to attend IES sponsored conferences in 2025. Each award will provide funding of up to 2 x 750 $ (US) to cover conference expenses. ieprs.org

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