In this episode, Janusz Rybakowski, Poland, and Kosma Sakrajda, Poland, discuss lithium's current and historical background in clinical practice and science. Based on the over 50 years of Janusz Rybakowski's career, they delve into pioneering research, the progress made in understanding the lithium mode of action over the years, and underline the new research directions. Janusz also shares his clinical and scientific experience and advises young scientists on career development.

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