The UAB Mix - A "high-speed Dr. House" for medical breakthroughs

Human biology is full of surprises -- especially for drug makers. Viagra wasn't designed for erectile dysfunction. Both drugs were meant to treat cardiovascular issues (as sildenafil and minoxidil, respectively), until patients reported their sexual and follicular side effects. When his son was diagnosed with an ultra-rare disease, computer scientist Matt Might, Ph.D., kicked off a search for answers. His quest led to partnerships with researchers across the country, a White House appointment, a faculty position at Harvard, and a profile in the New Yorker.