Dr. Julie Y. Ji

Areas of Research: Cell and Nuclear Mechanics, Mechanotransduction

Projects:

Cells exist in a mechanically active environment. Our group is interested in understanding how various mechanical and biochemical signals can influence cell functions on a genetic, molecular, and cellular level; and how they are translated into tissue or whole body effects. We are specifically interested in cells of the vascular system.

• Simultaneous effects of biochemical and mechanical signals (shear stress, strain, and substrate properties) on cell apoptosis
• The importance of an structurally intact cell nucleus in mechanotransduction
• Nuclear hormone receptor signaling under mechanical stresses

Recruitment Needs:

• Looking for 1 graduate student with experience in cell and molecular biology techniques

 

Vascular Cellular Mechanics Lab SELB 221, Office: SL-220J, 317-278-2275, IUPUI Campus, Indianapolis