• What We Do

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    Niche Signals

    Our research is particularly focused on how hepatocytes influence their own niche signals, specifically Wnt, which is produced by hepatic stellate cells and endothelial cells. Using advanced techniques such as single-cell RNA multiomics and spatial transcriptomics, we aim to map the dynamic changes in niche signals during liver injury and repair, identifying key regulatory nodes that can be targeted to enhance regenerative outcomes.

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    Polyploidy

    Our research explores the mechanisms that regulate polyploid hepatocyte activation and division, with a particular focus on promoting their division rather than further polyploidization during chronic injury.

  • Current Projects

    Moving forward, we are aiming to address the following key questions:

    1. How hepatocytes instruct their niche signal- Wnt?
    2. Can we effectively control polyploid cell division?
    3. Can we identify novel Wnt-secreting cells that constitute critical niches?