University of Missouri – Columbia (MU)
My research focuses on vascular biology and the molecular mechanisms underlying vascular remodeling and cardiovascular diseases. I am particularly interested in smooth muscle cell phenotypic modulation, inflammation, and signaling pathways that regulate vascular homeostasis and disease progression. My work integrates cellular, molecular, and translational approaches, including transgenic mouse models and primary vascular cell systems, to better understand the pathogenesis of vascular disorders. Ultimately, my goal is to identify novel therapeutic targets that can improve the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular diseases.