Dr. Douglas Wallace

Dr. Douglas Wallace is a renowned geneticist who studies how our cells produce energy and how this process affects health and disease. He discovered that tiny structures called mitochondria, which generate energy for our cells, have their own DNA—distinct from our main DNA. His work shows that mitochondrial DNA mutations can influence conditions like aging, metabolic diseases, and neurodegenerative disorders. By understanding mitochondrial genetics, Dr. Wallace has advanced our knowledge of the biological basis of health, opening pathways for potential treatments and personalized medicine.