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Dr. Susanne Mohr is an Associate Professor at Michigan State University in the Department of Physiology, with a research focus on identifying mechanisms leading to the development of diabetic complications, particularly diabetic retinopathy, a leading cause of acquired blindness in young adults. Her academic background includes a Master’s degree from the University of Konstanz, Germany, specializing in Heterocyclic Chemistry, and a Ph.D. in Biological Chemistry from the same institution. After completing her Postdoctoral training at Case Western Reserve University in the Department of Medicine, she transitioned to a faculty role where she has contributed significantly to the understanding of inflammatory processes in diabetic retinopathy. In her research, Dr. Mohr's laboratory investigates the role of the pro-inflammatory cytokine interleukin-1β (IL-1β) and its association with cell death in retinal capillary cells, particularly under hyperglycemic conditions. Her findings emphasize the importance of caspase-1/IL-1β signaling pathways in the progression of retinal diseases, providing insight into potential therapeutic strategies for managing diabetic retinopathy.
Case Western Reserve University • Cleveland, Ohio
Served in the Department of Medicine, Division of Clinical Molecular Endocrinology, engaging in teaching and research on clinical aspects of molecular biology.
Michigan State University • East Lansing, Michigan
Conducts research in the Department of Physiology, focusing on molecular mechanisms of diabetic complications.
Department of Psychology