Polina Lishko, PhD
Professor of Cell Biology & Physiology
BJC Investigator
- Phone: 314-362-3566
- Email: lishko@nospam.wustl.edu
The Lishko Lab focuses on molecular mechanisms of bioactive lipid signaling, investigating bioelectricity and regulation of ion channels, physiology of the retina, fluid flow in the brain, fertility, reproductive biology research, neurodegeneration and vision.
Research Interests
Molecular mechanisms of bioactive lipid signaling, investigating bioelectricity and regulation of ion channels, physiology of the retina, fluid flow in the brain, fertility, reproductive biology research, neurodegeneration and vision.
Professional Education
- MSc: Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, 1996, Biology and Biochemistry
- PhD: The National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine/Bogomoletz Institute of Physiology-Kiev, 2000, Physiology and Biophysics
- Postdoc: Harvard Medical School, 2000-2005, Ophthalmology
- Postdoc: Harvard Medical School, 2005-2006, Molecular and Cellular Biology
Lishko Lab
Couch Biomedical Research Building (MS: 8228-0041-01)
314-362-3566
lishko@wustl.edu
The focus of Lishko lab is on dissecting the role of bioelectricity in reproduction, aging, and metabolism. We are developing and applying advanced biophysical, biochemical, and cell biology methods to study how mammalian tissues and cells are regulated by unconventional steroid signaling and play a role in mammalian reproduction and neuronal functions. Specifically, our team studies the role of steroid-modulated ion channels in age-related macular degeneration, neurodegeneration, ovarian aging, and fertility. We also work on developing small-molecule-based therapies to treat reproductive and age-related disorders.