Cory Johnson (cell biology)

Cory grew up in Maine and after spending time as a sea kayak guide and a ski instructor, found his way to biology and laboratory research. Currently a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Haller Lab at MDI Biological Laboratory, Cory is interested in the cell biology of kidney vascularization and uses renal organoids and zebrafish to investigate how we may, one day, be able to rebuild the kidney and develop non-donor solutions to kidney transplantation. Cory was one of the 5 Minute Genius™ speakers at this past year’s Maine Science Festival; you can see his talk on our YouTube channel. This conversation was recorded in May 2025. ~~~~~ The Maine Science Podcast is a production of the Maine Discovery Museum. It is recorded at Discovery Studios, at the Maine Discovery Museum, in Bangor, ME. The Maine Science Podcast is hosted and executive produced by Kate Dickerson; edited and produced by Scott Loiselle.   The Discover Maine theme was composed and performed by Nick Parker.   To support our work: https://www.mainediscoverymuseum.org/donate.     Find us online: Maine Discovery Museum Maine Discovery Museum on social media: Facebook    Instagram   LinkedIn   Bluesky   Maine Science Festival on social media: Facebook  Instagram   LinkedIn Maine Science Podcast on social media: Facebook   Instagram   © 2025 Maine Discovery Museum