Description: (Israeli Neuroimmunologist Who Pioneered Research on the Relationship Between the Brain and the Immune System)
Michal Schwartz, a distinguished professor of neuroimmunology at the Weizmann Institute of Science, specializes in neurodegenerative diseases. Her research focuses on utilizing the immune system to address brain disorders such as Alzheimer's and dementia. Schwartz has highlighted the immune system's critical role in preserving brain health, facilitating recovery, and defending against injury and illness. She is known for introducing the concept of protective autoimmunity and revealing how the immune system contributes to repair and neurogenesis. As the chair of the International Society of Neuroimmunology, Schwartz continues to spearhead innovative research, receiving accolades such as the prestigious Israel Prize for Life Sciences in 2023.