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Kwoon Wong is an Associate Professor in the Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology at the University of Michigan. He received his Ph.D. from Harvard University in 2003. His research focuses on the visual system, exploring both image-forming and non-image-forming functions of vision. His work delves into the responses of intrinsically photosensitive retinal ganglion cells (ipRGCs), which are crucial for various non-image-forming visual responses such as circadian photoentrainment and hormonal regulation. Wong's laboratory employs innovative techniques in electrophysiology, immunohistochemistry, and behavioral assays to investigate how ipRGCs interact with retinal neurons and respond to different types of light stimuli. His long-term research objectives aim to inform the development of pharmacological agents and lighting technologies designed to improve visual capabilities, particularly for individuals with blindness. Additionally, he collaborates with various research labs in the Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences on projects including retinal prostheses, photoacoustic imaging, and advancements in treating retinal degeneration.
Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science