A Leading researcher developing drugs for prevention and treatment of Alzheimer's through beta amyloid management Dr. Gandy is an international expert in the metabolism of the sticky substance called amyloid that clogs the brain in patients with Alzheimer's. In 1989, Gandy and his team discovered the first drugs that could lower formation of amyloid. Dr. Gandy has written more than 150 original papers, chapters and reviews on this topic. Dr. Gandy has received continuous NIH funding for his research on amyloid metabolism since 1986.

SELF-EXAM

Occupation: Neurologist and cell biologist.

Alternative career choice: Hermit.

I tend to approach life: With a sense of amusement and disbelief.

My mentor is/was: Professors that I met during college, graduate school, medical school, residency, and postdoctoral training.

Biggest misconceptions about me or my work: That I know what I'm doing.

Worst part-time job ever: Institute director.

Longest med school study session: Is still going on...

Best moment in medicine/research: When my first experiment on Alzheimer's disease succeeded.

Worst moment in medicine/research: Reading my first NIH pink sheets.

The title of the story of my life will be: Relentless

Musical instrument I play: Clarinet.

I lent my time to the "Rock Stars of Science" campaign because: Anything that attracts laypeople to science is worth my time.

The hardest part about being a "Rock Star of Science" is: The fitted shirt.