Paul Trophoblast Lab

Dr. Soumen Paul's lab at the University of Kansas Medical Center focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms that govern placental development, particularly how certain transcription factors like GATA2 and GATA3 influence the function of trophoblast cells. Their research aims to uncover the roles of these factors in healthy pregnancies and how their dysfunction contributes to pregnancy complications such as preeclampsia and intrauterine growth restriction. By studying both human and rodent models, the lab is addressing critical questions about early pregnancy loss and the long-term impact of placental health on maternal and infant outcomes.