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Saxiphilin functions as a toxin sponge protein that counteracts the effects of saxitoxin poisoning

A conserved antioxidant defense at the endoplasmic reticulum membrane

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Structural evidence that a lipid plug controls K2P6.1(TWIK-2) function

Faculty Spotlight

Orion Weiner, PhD

Cellular activation, shape, and movement

Fellowship Spotlight

Pan Zhang

Postdoctoral Scholar

Makoto

Makoto Nakamura, PhD

Postdoctoral Scholar

Staff Spotlight

Alma

Latest Research

A genetically encoded sensor of ionic stress links cellular proton dynamics to sleep.

Saxiphilin functions as a toxin sponge protein that counteracts the effects of saxitoxin poisoning

Mavacamten shows broad benefit in human and mouse models of MYBPC3-related hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.

Upcoming Events

GICD/CVRI Seminar - Dr. Maia Kinnebrew, Stanford University

Mon, August 17, 2026

3:00 PM

Alan Tall, MD (Columbia University) - GICD/CVRI Seminar

Mon, October 05, 2026

3:00 PM

Lars Maegdefessel (TUM University) - GICD/CVRI Seminar

Tue, November 10, 2026

3:00 PM

Xavier Ravelo (University of Minnesota) - GICD/CVRI Seminar

Mon, November 16, 2026

3:00 PM

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