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6/17/2025
Glial cells support normal brain function by maintaining ion and neurotransmitter homeostasis, by regulating local blood flow and by stabilizing the blood brain barrier. Many diseases present with an impairment…
6/17/2025
6/17/2025
6/17/2025
Myeloid cells, including granulocytes and macrophages, play a crucial role in the body's defense against infections. Abnormalities in their functions and maturation cause various diseases. At the Trinh laboratory, we…
6/17/2025
Analytical Neurochemistry I am interested in the development and characterization of analytical techniques to measure neurochemical changes. Measurements in the brain are challenging because zeptomole quantities of neuroactive molecules must be…
6/17/2025
Research Projects Targeting the intersection of cancer cell-intrinsic signaling and innate immunity The innate immune cells are often suppressed within the tumor microenvironment or co-opted to promote tumor progression and metastasis. Our…
6/17/2025
Despite advancements in melanoma treatment with immune checkpoint blockade (ICB) and BRAF-targeted therapy, 40-65% of metastatic melanoma patients do not survive beyond five years. An observed 'obesity paradox' shows improved…
6/17/2025
Our laboratory conducts basic and translational research into the development and regulation of retinal ganglion cells (RGCs) and blood vessels as they relate to retinal diseases including retinopathy of prematurity,…
