University of California-Santa Cruz · EngineeringAging and Platelet Research Lab
Camilla Forsberg · Santa Cruz, California
Research Focus
Dr. Camilla Forsberg's lab at UC Santa Cruz studies how aging affects the production and function of platelets, which are crucial for blood clotting. By examining changes in hematopoietic stem cells, the lab aims to uncover new mechanisms behind platelet-related disorders that affect older adults, such as strokes and thrombosis. Their research could lead to better treatments for these common health issues in the elderly.
agingplatelet productionhematopoietic stem cellsthrombosiscardiovascular diseasesblood coagulation disordersepigenetic regulationcell differentiationaging physiology
Research Aims
4AIM 01Investigate the mechanisms regulating platelet production during aging.
AIM 02Explore the differences in differentiation pathways of platelets in young versus old mice.
AIM 03Analyze the consequences of aging-specific platelet pathways on overall health.
AIM 04Develop strategies to mitigate platelet-related disorders in the elderly.
Skills the Lab Values
cell cultureCRISPR interferencemolecular biology techniquesflow cytometrylineage tracingbiological assaysmouse modelsgenetic analysisdata interpretation
Output against the department
Publications104bottom 23% of dept.212th of 278
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Citations3.2kbottom 26% of dept.206th of 278
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