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Intro
My research includes basic science investigations into inflammatory pathogenesis of diabetes and periodontitis, and translational approaches to high-resolution diagnostics and phagocyte-targeted therapeutics for non-resolving local and systemic inflammation.
The lab focuses on neutrophil, monocyte and macrophage markers that can predict the onset of periodontitis and insulin resistance, and provide targets for immune modulation therapeutics to resolve inflammation.
We further aim to advance precision medicine by mapping resolution capacity and integrating patient data through artificial intelligence.
Resolution of Inflammation
Resolution of inflammation is an active and coordinated process necessary for structural and functional rehabilitation of inflamed tissues. Resolution is achieved by removal of neutrophils and pro-inflammatory stimuli from the tissues, and the return to basal levels of mononuclear immune cells (macrophages, lymphocytes).
This process is orchestrated by specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs) derived from Ω-3 and Ω-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs).
Steady State
Blood Vessel
Patrolling
Monocyte
Inflammation
Neutrophil
Inflammatory
Monocyte
Resolution
Patrolling
Monocyte
Endothelium
Tissue
Resident
Macrophage
Resident
Lymphocyte
Inflammatory
Macrophage
Pathogens & Altered Self
Effector
Lymphocyte
SPMs
Apoptotic
Neutrophil
Removal
Resolving
Macrophage
Inflammation and Resolution Restore Body Homeostasis
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Chronic conditions such as periodontitis, diabetes and cardiovascular disease are associated with altered resolution programs and sustained inflammation in periodontal tissues, central metabolic organs and arterial walls.
We investigate means to diagnose and therapeutically address the lost ability to resolve inflammation in a personalized manner.
Publications
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