EUEmory University · Biomedical Engineering
Park Lab
Sung Jin Park · Atlanta, Georgia
Research Focus
Dr. Sung Jin Park's lab at Emory University is focused on creating advanced models of the sinoatrial node, which is crucial for heart rhythm control. By developing three-dimensional multicellular organoids that mimic the natural structure and function of the sinoatrial node, the lab aims to address heart rhythm disorders and improve therapies for patients. This research is significant as it seeks to design biological pacemakers that could lead to better treatment options for those suffering from sinoatrial node dysfunction.
sinoatrial nodebiological pacemakerorganoidsheart rhythmcardiac tissue engineering
Research Aims
3AIM 01Develop a multicellular sinoatrial node organoid to replicate its structure and functions.
AIM 02Enhance automaticity of the organoid by analyzing pacemaker-specific proteins.
AIM 03Improve conduction capabilities by coordinating multiple pacemaker sites in the organoid.
Skills the Lab Values
3D tissue culturebiological assayscell reprogrammingimmunofluorescenceelectrophysiologyorgan-on-a-chipmolecular biology techniquesanimal models
Output against the department
Publications360top 25% of dept.151st of 595
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Citations50ktop 3% of dept.18th of 595
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