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Dr. Kang's research is dedicated to elucidating the molecular and immunological roles of damage-associated molecular patterns (DAMPs) and pattern recognition receptors (PRRs) in inflammatory diseases. 

Explanation and expectations of procedures for patients and parents

Skip to main content Research Overview: The human genome encodes approximately 2,000 transcription factors (TFs), which play critical roles in regulating diverse cellular processes and are key drivers of many biological functions linked to a wide range of diseases and cancers. A single TF can regulat…

Using patient-specific stem cells, tissue engineering, and omics technologies to develop precision medicine for cardiovascular disease.

Skip to main content News July 2026 Congratulations, Charlize, on successfully completing the STARS Program! We are excited to see all the amazing things you will accomplish in the future. Best of luck on your journey! Information about the STARS program June 2026 Welcome to our new lab member! Charl…

Skip to main content NF1-associated Autism (NF1-Autism) – Non-cancer Manifestations with TGS Syndromes Approximately 40%-70% of children with NF1 exhibit one or more forms of specific learning disabilities and 20%-45% have the features of autistic spectrum disorder (ASD). Thus, NF1 represents a uniqu…

Skip to main content Adult Neural Stem Cells and High-grade Glioma and Glioblastoma (GBM) GBM is the most common primary brain tumor in adults with no pre-existing lower-grade lesions. The rapid clinical course of adult GBMs presents a major challenge to develop a preventive therapy. A recent study r…

Leveraging cutting-edge genetic and chemical screens to uncover novel and enhanced therapeutics for cancer treatment.

Skip to main content Research Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia in the elderly and remains a devastating disease with currently no cure and limited therapeutic options. The exact pathogenesis of Alzheimer’s disease is being actively investigated, but a leading hypothesis is tha…

Engineered hydrogel biomaterials to improve tissue regeneration and disease modelling.