Dr. Joseph Goldstein

Dr. Joseph Goldstein is a renowned American scientist specializing in medicine and biochemistry. He is best known for his pioneering research on cholesterol and how its balance affects heart disease. His work, often alongside Michael Brown, uncovered how cells regulate cholesterol, leading to important treatments like statins that lower cholesterol levels and reduce cardiovascular risk. Goldstein's discoveries have significantly advanced understanding of metabolic processes and contributed to developing therapies that save countless lives. He is a professor and researcher dedicated to exploring the molecular mechanisms behind health and disease.