Nephrology Research

Laboratory Research

Some examples of our current laboratory research are:

• Progression of chronic renal disease
• Regulation and function of the hepatocyte growth factor receptor gene in renal epithelial cells
• Role of steroid metabolism in pathogenesis of hypertension
• Pathogenesis of IgA nephropathy

Clinical Research

Our clinical research includes:

• Management of end-stage renal disease
• Vascular disease in renal transplant patients
• New modalities for treatment of hypertension/chronic renal disease