We aim to understand the morphogenesis, homeostasis, and disease pathogenesis of lymphatic vessels and blood vessels and their microenvironments to provide new strategies for regenerative medicine and treatment of immune diseases, cancer, and edema. To this end, we are working to develop novel three-dimensional (3D) organ-on-chip systems, cellular and molecular tools, and in vivo models to better understand the mechanisms by which cells regulate and respond to biological and mechanical cues.
We are hiring
We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher to develop biomaterials-based implantable patches/devices suitable for various organs, including blood vessels and lymphatic vessels. These devices will be fabricated ex vivo, cultured under different conditions, and then implanted into animals to observe the function of blood vessels, lymphatic vessels, and organs. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in creating disease models related to blood vessels or lymphatic vessels in animals.
If you are interested, please send your cover letter and CV (including education, publications, and contact information for three references) to my email at el767@cornell.edu.
Recent News
September 10, 2024:
Check out Dr. Lee’s talk at the Lymphatic Education & Research Network (LE&RN) online symposium!
August 29, 2024:
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April 5, 2024:
Big congratulations to Dr. Renhao Lu for successfully defending his dissertation! Being the first Ph.D. in the Lee lab, Renhao’s research on “Tissue-Engineered In Vitro Models for Studying Lymphatic Morphogenesis, Pathogenesis, and Drug Delivery” sets a remarkable precedent!
March 25, 2024:
Check out our collaborative work with Dr. Young-Kwon Hong from USC, published in Nature Neuroscience! In this study, Renhao demonstrated how Piezo1 controls fluid drainage using lymphatics-on-chip, offering a new idea to address excessive CSF buildup in the brain!
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