With an unwavering dedication to spotlighting pioneering scientific breakthroughs, Season 3 of the Unveil the Future podcast continues to bring together visionary leaders whose transformative research and innovations are shaping humanity’s shared future.
In this third episode, we are honored to feature Professor Ana Belén Elgoyhen—a renowned neuroscientist from Argentina, globally recognized for her groundbreaking discoveries in the molecular basis of hearing. Professor Elgoyhen identified the key receptor responsible for regulating auditory sensitivity in the inner ear, a discovery that has reshaped the field of auditory neuroscience and opened new pathways for treating hearing loss.
Professor Elgoyhen’s work bridges rigorous molecular research with a deeply human mission—to make the gift of hearing accessible to all. Beyond her groundbreaking scientific contributions, she is also a passionate advocate for women in science and a strong voice for equitable access to education and research opportunities. Building on this lifelong commitment to advancing science for the benefit of humanity, this year, Professor Elgoyhen serves as a member of the VinFuture Prize Pre-Screening Committee, where she helps identify and celebrate innovations with the power to transform lives around the world.
Through this inspiring conversation, Professor Elgoyhen shares her remarkable journey as a scientist and advocate, her insights into the brain’s delicate balance of sound and silence, and her vision for a more inclusive scientific ecosystem that empowers diverse voices to lead innovation.
