Cellular Responses to Hypoxia
Hypoxia, referring to insufficient oxygen levels, is a significant stress factor that affects cellular behavior and function. Our research focuses on understanding the signaling pathways that regulate cellular responses to hypoxia and how these pathways become dysregulated in pathological conditions. Specifically, we examine the HIF family of transcription factors, which are known to activate the expression of genes involved in adaptation to hypoxia.
Engineering EVs for Targeted Therapy
Extracellular vesicles (EVs) are small, membrane-bound particles that carry proteins, nucleic acids, lipids, and metabolites. Produced by nearly all cell types, EVs play a crucial role in intercellular communication. Due to their ability to encapsulate and deliver various molecules, EVs hold significant potential as carriers for therapeutic agents. Our goal is to engineer EVs as a delivery system for therapeutic applications.