Scientists at The University of New Mexico have developed a groundbreaking vaccine targeting high cholesterol, a leading cause of heart disease and stroke. The vaccine, aimed at lowering LDL cholesterol levels by targeting the PCSK9 protein, offers a potentially more affordable treatment option compared to current drugs like PCSK9 inhibitors. Join the discussion on how this innovative vaccine could revolutionize cardiovascular care and global health.
Learn more about the cholesterol-lowering vaccine or Bryce Chackerian&#39;s lab. 
Read the study published in NPJ Vaccines.
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It’s (Probably) Not Rocket Science is a University of New Mexico podcast that explores some of the hottest and most complex topics impacting our society, through conversations with experts, artists, and researchers. And look, we get it: we know that some issues are tough to unravel and even tougher to comprehend. But on this podcast, we’ll peel away some of those complicated layers for a genuine conversation where we can arrive at understanding and answers. That way, we can honestly say no, it’s not rocket science—and we promise it won’t be. Well . . . probably.