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Michael Grassi, PhD

Associate Professor

Mentor, Neurovascular Biology

Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science

Contact

Office Phone:

312-413-7347

About

Dr. Grassi is a physician-scientist with clinical expertise in genetic aspects of diabetic retinopathy. In his research he uses cell-based models of retinal disease in genomic and chemical high throughput studies to identify key pathways and novel therapeutic targets for vascular retinopathies. Thus, Dr. Grassi’s clinical background in treating patients with ocular vascular disease, his translational research focus, and a demonstrated ability in participating on interdisciplinary scientific teams attest to his strength as a VBST member.