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Mohassel Lab

Johns Hopkins School of Medicine

Department of Neurology

Pathology Building 635/636

Our Mission

We study the underlying biological mechanisms of monogenic neuromuscular diseases to understand how specific genetic mutations lead to muscle weakness and degeneration. This knowledge allows us to identify critical molecular and cellular targets that could be used to develop new therapies. Our team designs and conducts preclinical proof-of-concept studies to evaluate the potential of these therapeutic strategies in laboratory models. Once validated, we work to transition these approaches into early-phase clinical trials, helping to move promising treatments toward patient care. By integrating basic science with translational research, we strive to close the gap between discovery and clinical impact. Our goal is to bring meaningful advances to individuals affected by these rare and often debilitating conditions.

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Collagen VI-related muscular dystrophy
 

  • Project studies mechanisms of muscle fibrosis and contribution of skeletal muscle extracellular matrix

  • ​Research aims to identify potential biomarkers and test targeted therapies in preclinical models

SPT-related ALS
 

  • Recently discovered new monogenic form of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) caused by gain-of-function pathogenic variants in serine palmitoyltransferase enzyme (SPTLC1 or SPTLC2)

Cell-based therapies for Duchenne muscular dystrophy
 

  • ​​​Collaborative studies on the efficacy of stem cell transplantation in immunodeficient mouse model of Duchenne muscular dystrophy

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