We all experience stressful situations every single day; traffic jams, running late to work, spilling coffee on our favorite shirt. But what happens when stress is no longer momentary? What happens when it persists over time, like a breakup, a cancer diagnosis, or the loss of a loved one?

Joining us today to answer these questions is leading stress researcher Dr. Andrea Sgoifo. Andrea has studied stress physiology in both animal models and humans for over 30 years. Specifically, he is interested in the brain–heart axis, and how it is altered under persistent, long-term stress.

As always on our show Desde el Origen, we will not only explore his scientific discoveries, but also the path that led him there. Did he always know he wanted to pursue a career in science? And what major insights has he amassed over the course of a three-decade career?

We are going to unpack those questions today. Please have a listen and enjoy!