Mitra Lavasani, PhD
Director, Translational Cell Therapy Lab
Associate Professor, Northwestern University
My Lab
Translational Cell Therapy Lab
Studying the relationship between adult stem/progenitor cell dysfunction and age-related degeneration.
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Dr. Mitra Lavasani is a Research Scientist at Shirley Ryan Abilitylab and an Associate Professor at Northwestern University in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. For over twenty-five years, her career has been dedicated to regenerative medicine research, making fundamental discoveries on the restorative effects of murine and human multipotent adult stem cells. Her work has identified mechanisms to activate regenerative pathways, restore healthy tissue structure and improve motor function in models of neuromusculoskeletal injury and age-related diseases. Since joining Shirley Ryan Abilitylab in the spring of 2015, her studies continue to focus on mechanisms of aging, longevity and neuromusculoskeletal rejuvenation. As a leader in the field of geroscience, her overall objective is to develop novel therapeutic methods to improve healthspan and ameliorate neurodegeneration associated with human disease, injury, and aging. Her laboratory is an interdisciplinary environment dedicated to scientific innovation and clinical translation.
Location
Shirley Ryan 汤头条app
355 East Erie
Chicago, IL 60611
Education & Training
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Education
1991 – 1998
Bachelor of Science/Molecular Biology and Systems Physiology, San Jose State University, San Jose, CA
2003 – 2005
Master of Science/Department of Bioengineering, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
2005 – 2008
PhD./Department of Bioengineering, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
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Fellowship
2008 – 2010
Stem Cell Research, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine/Department of Orthopedic Surgery
Recent Publications
Honors & Awards
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The Sarah Baskin Outstanding Research AwardJunior Physicians and Scientists category for best manuscript, 2020
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New Investigator Recognition Award CandidateOrthopedic Research Society, 2005
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New Investigator Recognition Award RecipientOrthopedic Research Society, 2007
Selected Patents
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Compositions and Methods for Restoring or Rejuvenating Stem/Progenitor Cell Function.US Patent App. 13/912,947
University of Pittsburgh, 2013
Professional Affiliations
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MemberOrthopedic Research Society, 2011
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MemberAmerican Aging Association (AGE), 2021, 2021
Research Interests
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Peripheral Nerve Injury
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Therapeutic Adult Stem Cell Transplantation
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Natural Aging and Progeria
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Reversing or Preventing Aging-Related Diseases
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Neuropathy
Grants
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NIA/NIHR01AG073223-01, 2022 - 2027
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Lisa Dean Moseley Foundation2022 - 2024
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Julius N. Frankel Foundation2021 - 2023
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Lisa Dean Moseley Foundation2021 - 2023
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NIH/NIAP01AG043376, 2013 - 2018
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Christopher L. Moseley Foundation2015 - 2017
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NIHR21NS081724-01, 2012 - 2015
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Pittsburgh Claude Pepper Older Americans Independence Center2013
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Department of DefenseW81XWH-08-2-0032, 2008 - 2013
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NIHR21AG033907-02A1, 2009 - 2011
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Corbin Estate Foundation2007 - 2010