Gilbert Lee
Chapel Hill,USA
Summary
Esteemed Assistant Professor and Research Fellow with a focus on Immunology, specializing in areas such as stroke, cancer immunotherapy, and tumor immunology. Possesses a wealth of experience in crafting therapies and dissecting the tumor immune microenvironment. Author of over 20 peer-reviewed articles in immunology and microbiology, holding 2 patents in cancer treatment and probiotics design. Spearheaded the creation of immunotherapeutic approaches for glioblastoma and pioneered studies on the meningeal lymphatic system's role in ischemic stroke. A proven Principal Investigator with a track record in cancer immunology research, leading teams and overseeing projects with a decisive, informed, and progressive mindset.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Visiting Scholar
Duke University
North Carolina, USA
01.2024 - Current
- Discovered a novel cancer metabolite target for therapeutic intervention in prostate cancer
Assistant Professor
Taipei Medical University
Taipei, Taiwan
08.2020 - Current
- Gained recognition for extensive publication record of over 20 journal articles in the fields of immunology and microbiology, complemented by securing 2 patents.
- Led team in decoding tumor-promoting ecosystems in glioblastoma, with a focus on glioblastoma stem cells and tumor-associated macrophages.
- Led glioblastoma immunotherapy strategy development.
- Identified mechanisms of immune suppression in glioblastoma through single-cell transcriptome analysis
- Conducted groundbreaking research on the role of meningeal lymphatic system in ischemic stroke.
- Created a unique nanoparticle-based MRI contrast agent to identify and diagnose glioblastoma.
- Demonstrated the potential of IL-15 antibody as a viable treatment option for ischemic stroke.
Research Fellow
Taipei Medical University Hospital
Taipei, Taiwan
08.2016 - Current
- Led research efforts exploring the potential benefits of Chinese medicine for individuals with Sjögren's syndrome and autism spectrum disorder
- Designing and evaluating probiotic solutions for the treatment of inflammatory intestinal injuries
- Conducted research on the modulation of the inflammatory response using Heat-Inactivated Streptococcus Thermophilus
- Conducted research on umbilical cord stem cell therapy for sarcopenia
Education
PhD - Immunology
National Yang-Ming University
01.2011
Master - Parasitology
National Taiwan University
01.2006
Skills
- Immunology
- Microbiology
- Molecular Biology
- Flow Cytometry
- Single Cell RNA Sequencing
- Animal Model Development
- Probiotics Development
- Nanoparticle Design
- Chinese Medicine Development
- Stem Cell Therapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Investigation Management
- Experimental design
- Training and mentoring
- Project Planning
- Research grant application
Languages
English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Visiting Scholar
Duke University
01.2024 - Current
Assistant Professor
Taipei Medical University
08.2020 - Current
Research Fellow
Taipei Medical University Hospital
08.2016 - Current
PhD - Immunology
National Yang-Ming University
Master - Parasitology
National Taiwan University
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