Project description
The oral mucosa is a remarkable tissue that heals faster than skin and does so without scarring, making it a powerful model for uncovering the cellular and molecular mechanisms behind regenerative repair. We are particularly interested in how fibroblasts and immune cells coordinate this process. We combine single-cell and spatial omics with live-imaging tools to understand the cellular and molecular mechanisms that underlie this unique form of wound healing, with the broader goal of applying these lessons to improve skin repair. By uncovering these differences, we hope to identify new strategies to enhance wound healing and reduce scarring.
Grant category: Research Grants