Summary
Spontaneous preterm labor, or the onset of uterine contractions prior to 37 weeks of gestation, represents a leading cause of neonatal morbidity and a major health disparity. We study the regulation of the induction of human labor during pregnancy in the scope of myometrial functionality during gestation and how endogenous and exogenous compounds affect birth timing. We have developed a 3D printed uterine tissue model that responds to physiological contractile and relaxation stimuli. My research utilizes our 3D printed uterine tissue model to determine how endogenous and exogenous cannabinoids affect myometrial function.
Education
- B.S. Cell and Molecular Biology, University of Washington, Seattle, WA
- Ph.D. Biochemistry, University of Nevada, Reno, NV