We are a fly lab studying Development, Stem Cells Biology and Tumorigenesis
Research Interests
Our group is dedicated to elucidating the molecular and cellular mechanisms governing development, stem cell biology, and tumorigenesis, with a particular focus on skeletal muscles. We investigate how muscle cells and other components within the muscle microenvironment collaborate to form and repair muscles. Our primary model organism is Drosophila melanogaster, a well-established and versatile system for studying myogenesis due to the high degree of conservation in muscle structure and core myogenic programs between flies and mammals. We employ a multidisciplinary approach, integrating advanced genetic techniques, cutting-edge imaging methodologies, and comprehensive genome-wide analyses. This holistic strategy allows us to address our questions from multiple perspectives, providing a deeper understanding of these fundamental processes. While our primary goal is to advance fundamental biology, our findings may also offer insights for therapeutic studies.
