Renal (Kidney) Disease Research

Renal disease is disease of the kidneys.

The kidneys filter our blood, removing waste, toxins, and extra fluids by converting them into urine.

Poor circulation, infections, or structural abnormalities can cause the kidneys to malfunction, which upsets the body's delicate balance.

Our researchers in the Department of Pathology study the kidneys to learn how cellular and molecular abnormalities can lead to malfunction. We also research how to improve function in diseased or transplanted kidneys.

Our Experts Kidney Disease Research

• Youhua Liu, PhD: Dr. Liu's laboratory studies the molecular mechanisms of kidney fibrosis that can lead to renal failure and the need for dialysis or kidney transplantation. Learn more about Dr. Liu's research and publications.
  
• Parmjeet Randhawa, MD: Dr. Randhawa's team examines the mechanisms of human polyoma virus infection on transplanted kidneys. Learn more about Dr. Randhawa’s research and publications.
• Cary Wu, PhD: Dr. Wu and colleagues examine cell-matrix and cell-cell interactions in normal and diseased kidneys. Learn more about Dr. Wu’s research and publications.

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