TuKiet T. Lam

Microglial GRB2 is essential for brain ventriculogenesis and CSF homeostasis

Microglia play essential yet poorly understood roles in brain development, including axon guidance, regulation of neurogenesis, and pruning of neuronal projections. Congenital hydrocephalus (CH), characterized by enlarged cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)-filled ventricles, is a leading...

Platelet-derived S100A9 contributes to endotheliopathy in alcohol-associated hepatitis

Alcohol-associated liver disease (ALD) is a growing global health concern, with alcohol-associated hepatitis (AH) leading to the highest morbidity and mortality. Available therapies are limited and often inadequate. Platelets contribute in a variety of ways to liver disease patho...