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Jennifer Yunyan Zhang is a Professor in the Departments of Dermatology and Pathology at Duke University. Her research focuses on the epidermis as the body's largest organ and its role in various skin diseases including cancer and immune disorders. One of her primary research interests examines the gene regulation of epithelial cell proliferation and differentiation, utilizing both human skin tissues and murine genetic models to uncover how certain gene regulators impact epidermal cell behavior. Zhang's laboratory investigates the tumor suppressor CYLD and its effects on hair follicle development and skin inflammation. Additionally, she explores the inflammatory responses of keratinocytes, which are critical in understanding diseases like acute and chronic graft-versus-host disease (GVHD). Her studies aim to comprehend how keratinocytes interact with immune cells and their role in disease progression, particularly in the context of GVHD treatment. Zhang's work also includes studying ubiquitination enzymes in melanoma, a challenging skin cancer. She has demonstrated how CYLD can inhibit melanoma growth while identifying the promoting roles of certain ubiquitin pathways in malignancy progression.
Duke University • Durham, NC
Positions held in the Departments of Dermatology and Pathology.
Duke University • Durham, NC
Engaged in research and teaching responsibilities.
Duke University • Durham, NC
Beginning my academic career in the field of dermatology.
Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)