With the DeGregorio Foundation grant, we will investigate these interactions by adapting myofibroblasts from GERD patients into 3D organotypic (OTC) models that recapitulate human esophageal stratified squamous epithelium.

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He will begin clinical trials of a potential approach for reversing precancerous stomach lesions. 

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Dr. Godfrey's research is focused on cancer genetics and molecular pathology. Research projects use state-of-the-art genetic and genomic approaches to address clinical needs in the areas of cancer diagnosis, prognosis and therapy.

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Grant recipient Anisa Shaker, MD, assistant professor of medicine, is exploring how a certain type of cell called a myofibroblast controls inflammation, injury and repair in the esophagus.

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