Dimitri Krainc, an acclaimed American neurologist, graduated from the University of Zagreb before spending over 20 years at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School. In 2013, he joined Northwestern University, where he's the Aaron Montgomery Ward Professor and Chair of Neurology. His research focuses on genetic causes of neurodegenerative diseases, earning him prestigious awards like the Javits Neuroscience Investigator Award. He's a member of esteemed academic societies and is involved in entrepreneurship, serving as the founding scientist of two biotech companies and as a Venture Partner at OrbiMed. Krainc is also the President-elect of the American Neurological Association, showcasing his leadership in the field.