EUEmory University · Pharmacology
Chin Neurodegeneration Lab
Lih-Shen Chin · Atlanta, Georgia
Research Focus
Dr. Lih-Shen Chin's lab at Emory University focuses on understanding Lewy body dementia (LBD), which includes conditions like Parkinson's disease dementia and dementia with Lewy bodies. The research aims to uncover the molecular mechanisms that contribute to LBD's development and how it differs from Alzheimer's disease. By analyzing proteins and sugars in the brain, the lab hopes to identify new diagnostic markers and treatments for this challenging form of dementia.
Lewy Body DementiaParkinson's Disease DementiaAlzheimer's DiseaseProteomicsGlycoproteomicsMolecular PathogenesisNeurodegenerationBiomarker DevelopmentTherapeutics
Research Aims
5AIM 01Determine the molecular abnormalities that define Lewy Body Dementia (LBD).
AIM 02Investigate the differences and similarities between the two subtypes of LBD: PDD and DLB.
AIM 03Elucidate molecular-level distinctions between LBD and Alzheimer's Disease.
AIM 04Identify potential molecular targets and pathways involved in LBD pathogenesis.
AIM 05Explore effective therapeutic approaches and biomarkers for LBD.
Skills the Lab Values
ProteomicsGlycoproteomicsGlycomicsAnimal ModelsBiochemical AnalysisCell Biology TechniquesNetwork AnalysisFunctional AnalysisData Analysis in Python
Output against the department
Publications106bottom 28% of dept.332nd of 462
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Citations20ktop 17% of dept.80th of 462
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