AECAlbert Einstein College of Medicine · Biology
The Androgen Discovery Lab
Zijie Sun · Bronx, New York
Research Focus
Dr. Zijie Sun's lab at Albert Einstein College of Medicine focuses on understanding the biological mechanisms behind prostate cancer, particularly in African American men. The research aims to explore how genetic variations in androgen signaling pathways contribute to the higher incidence and mortality of prostate cancer in this population. By using advanced animal models and cutting-edge techniques like single-cell RNA sequencing, the lab aims to uncover new strategies for prevention and treatment.
prostate cancerandrogen signalingAfrican American health disparitiesgenetic variationepigenetics
Research Aims
5AIM 01Investigate the role of androgen receptors in prostate cancer progression.
AIM 02Examine genetic and epigenetic factors contributing to health disparities in prostate cancer.
AIM 03Develop new animal models to study prostate cancer more effectively.
AIM 04Analyze signaling pathways involved in prostate cancer tumorigenesis.
AIM 05Test potential therapeutic strategies targeted at reducing prostate cancer incidence in African American men.
Skills the Lab Values
animal modelssingle-cell RNA sequencingmolecular biology techniquesgenetic engineeringcell culture
Output against the department
Publications161top 42% of dept.428th of 1,033
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Citations6.2kbottom 44% of dept.574th of 1,033
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