Columbia University in the City of New York · BiochemistryLomvardas Olfactory Lab
Stavros Lomvardas · New York, New York
Research Focus
Dr. Stavros Lomvardas's lab at Columbia University focuses on understanding how olfactory receptors work at the molecular level and how they influence brain connections. The team conducts research on gene expression in sensory neurons and how these processes can lead to precise brain functions. Their work has important implications for treating neurodevelopmental disorders and understanding the basic biology of the sense of smell.
olfactory receptorsgene expressionaxon guidanceneurodevelopmental disorderslong-range genomic interactions
Research Aims
5AIM 01Investigate how olfactory receptor mRNAs regulate genomic interactions.
AIM 02Characterize proteins that influence olfactory receptor gene choice and transcription.
AIM 03Decipher mechanisms linking ER stress to axon targeting in the brain.
AIM 04Identify RNA sequences that enhance transcription of olfactory receptor genes.
AIM 05Explore the roles of specific proteins in the assembly of gene regulatory complexes.
Skills the Lab Values
RNA sequencingcell culturegenomic experimentshigh-throughput screeningfluorescent microscopy
Output against the department
Publications101bottom 25% of dept.300th of 402
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Citations9.5ktop 50% of dept.202nd of 402
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