The Lundquist Institute
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The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center is a leading nonprofit research organization in Los Angeles County’s life sciences ecosystem, dedicated to advancing medical research and enhancing patient care since 1952.
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Applications are now open for 2026 The Lundquist Institute High School Summer Fellows Program! 🔬🧬🧪
The program is open to junior and senior high school students. More info: lundquist.org/high-school-summer-fellows/
#education #STEM #bioscience #educationresearch #scienceprogram #summerprogram
The program is open to junior and senior high school students. More info: lundquist.org/high-school-summer-fellows/
#education #STEM #bioscience #educationresearch #scienceprogram #summerprogram
We're proud to announce that TLI Investigator Denise Al Alam, PhD has been named a Fellow of the American Thoracic Society, a prestigious honor that recognizes sustained excellence, leadership, and meaningful contributions to pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine.
February 4, 2026 at 1:46 AM
We're proud to announce that TLI Investigator Denise Al Alam, PhD has been named a Fellow of the American Thoracic Society, a prestigious honor that recognizes sustained excellence, leadership, and meaningful contributions to pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine.
Congratulations to TLI Postdoc Researcher Lewis Simon, PhD!
Dr. Simon’s research will examine population health approaches to chronic kidney disease (CKD) across Los Angeles County's health system. His work aims to improve understanding of CKD to advance equitable, high-impact kidney care. 🩺
Dr. Simon’s research will examine population health approaches to chronic kidney disease (CKD) across Los Angeles County's health system. His work aims to improve understanding of CKD to advance equitable, high-impact kidney care. 🩺
January 30, 2026 at 5:16 PM
Congratulations to TLI Postdoc Researcher Lewis Simon, PhD!
Dr. Simon’s research will examine population health approaches to chronic kidney disease (CKD) across Los Angeles County's health system. His work aims to improve understanding of CKD to advance equitable, high-impact kidney care. 🩺
Dr. Simon’s research will examine population health approaches to chronic kidney disease (CKD) across Los Angeles County's health system. His work aims to improve understanding of CKD to advance equitable, high-impact kidney care. 🩺
New research has identified #albumin — the most abundant protein in human blood — as a powerful natural defense against #mucormycosis, a rare but often deadly fungal infection. 🧫
Read more below to learn how this discovery opens promising pathways for targeted immunotherapies: bit.ly/4r9Ckcl
Read more below to learn how this discovery opens promising pathways for targeted immunotherapies: bit.ly/4r9Ckcl
Study Identifies Blood Protein Albumin as Key Defense Against Deadly Fungal Infection “Mucormycosis”
A new international study published in Nature has identified albumin, the most abundant protein in human blood, as a powerful and previously unrecognized defense against mucormycosis, a rare but often...
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January 27, 2026 at 6:00 PM
New research has identified #albumin — the most abundant protein in human blood — as a powerful natural defense against #mucormycosis, a rare but often deadly fungal infection. 🧫
Read more below to learn how this discovery opens promising pathways for targeted immunotherapies: bit.ly/4r9Ckcl
Read more below to learn how this discovery opens promising pathways for targeted immunotherapies: bit.ly/4r9Ckcl
The future of heart care is here.🫀
Join TLI Investigator Dr. Lakshmanan as she explores how cardiac CT imaging is transforming the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease—delivering faster answers, safer procedures, and more personalized patient care: bit.ly/3LOAGOy
#LAEvents #AmericanHeartMonth
Join TLI Investigator Dr. Lakshmanan as she explores how cardiac CT imaging is transforming the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease—delivering faster answers, safer procedures, and more personalized patient care: bit.ly/3LOAGOy
#LAEvents #AmericanHeartMonth
January 26, 2026 at 9:14 PM
The future of heart care is here.🫀
Join TLI Investigator Dr. Lakshmanan as she explores how cardiac CT imaging is transforming the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease—delivering faster answers, safer procedures, and more personalized patient care: bit.ly/3LOAGOy
#LAEvents #AmericanHeartMonth
Join TLI Investigator Dr. Lakshmanan as she explores how cardiac CT imaging is transforming the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease—delivering faster answers, safer procedures, and more personalized patient care: bit.ly/3LOAGOy
#LAEvents #AmericanHeartMonth
TLI, in partnership with @kaiser-permanente.bsky.social and Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, receives funding to strengthen and expand hospital-based violence prevention workforce, which will support frontline professionals with enhanced training and deeper community partnerships: bit.ly/3LtRNVH
The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation Receives Funding to Strengthen Hospital-Based Violence Prevention Workforce
The Lundquist Institute was recently awarded funding as part of the Kaiser Permanente Center for Gun Violence Research and Education's grant to support innovative healthcare-based solutions to prevent, treat, and heal firearm-related harm.
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January 17, 2026 at 4:18 PM
TLI, in partnership with @kaiser-permanente.bsky.social and Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, receives funding to strengthen and expand hospital-based violence prevention workforce, which will support frontline professionals with enhanced training and deeper community partnerships: bit.ly/3LtRNVH
Applications are now open for 2026 The Lundquist Institute High School Summer Fellows Program! 🔬🧬🧪
The program is open to junior and senior high school students. More info: lundquist.org/high-school-summer-fellows/
#education #STEM #bioscience #educationresearch #scienceprogram #summerprogram
The program is open to junior and senior high school students. More info: lundquist.org/high-school-summer-fellows/
#education #STEM #bioscience #educationresearch #scienceprogram #summerprogram
January 14, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Applications are now open for 2026 The Lundquist Institute High School Summer Fellows Program! 🔬🧬🧪
The program is open to junior and senior high school students. More info: lundquist.org/high-school-summer-fellows/
#education #STEM #bioscience #educationresearch #scienceprogram #summerprogram
The program is open to junior and senior high school students. More info: lundquist.org/high-school-summer-fellows/
#education #STEM #bioscience #educationresearch #scienceprogram #summerprogram
Join us on January 21 at 1pm PT as TLI Investigator Lynda Polgreen, MD, MS, recipient of the Richard E. Weitzman Investigator Award, traces the 25-year journey from the discovery of Aldurazyme, the first enzyme replacement therapy for MPS, to today’s expanding therapeutic landscape: bit.ly/4aXtmub
January 13, 2026 at 11:46 PM
Join us on January 21 at 1pm PT as TLI Investigator Lynda Polgreen, MD, MS, recipient of the Richard E. Weitzman Investigator Award, traces the 25-year journey from the discovery of Aldurazyme, the first enzyme replacement therapy for MPS, to today’s expanding therapeutic landscape: bit.ly/4aXtmub
TLI investigator Michelle Matter, PhD, and her team identify a new molecular mechanism that helps the heart adapt to #pregnancy.
Published in Nature Communications, the study highlights the role of the PTRH2 gene and potential paths to targeted therapies. Read more: bit.ly/3L7VpfZ #WomensHealth
Published in Nature Communications, the study highlights the role of the PTRH2 gene and potential paths to targeted therapies. Read more: bit.ly/3L7VpfZ #WomensHealth
January 12, 2026 at 9:54 PM
TLI investigator Michelle Matter, PhD, and her team identify a new molecular mechanism that helps the heart adapt to #pregnancy.
Published in Nature Communications, the study highlights the role of the PTRH2 gene and potential paths to targeted therapies. Read more: bit.ly/3L7VpfZ #WomensHealth
Published in Nature Communications, the study highlights the role of the PTRH2 gene and potential paths to targeted therapies. Read more: bit.ly/3L7VpfZ #WomensHealth
The @amdiabetesassn.bsky.social has recognized TLI Investigator Rajesh K. Garg, MD, for his contributions to the 2026 ADA Standards of Care in Diabetes—a global benchmark for evidence-based diabetes care.
Learn how Dr. Garg's work is shaping clinical practice for millions worldwide: bit.ly/4q83e4j
Learn how Dr. Garg's work is shaping clinical practice for millions worldwide: bit.ly/4q83e4j
January 8, 2026 at 8:07 PM
The @amdiabetesassn.bsky.social has recognized TLI Investigator Rajesh K. Garg, MD, for his contributions to the 2026 ADA Standards of Care in Diabetes—a global benchmark for evidence-based diabetes care.
Learn how Dr. Garg's work is shaping clinical practice for millions worldwide: bit.ly/4q83e4j
Learn how Dr. Garg's work is shaping clinical practice for millions worldwide: bit.ly/4q83e4j
TLI is proud to welcome Michelle L. Matter, PhD, whose expertise in #cardiomyopathies, sepsis, and cellular signaling will strengthen our research in #cardiovascular medicine.
Join us in celebrating her arrival and the exciting scientific impact ahead!🔬Learn about Dr. Matter's work: bit.ly/4jp8b6c
Join us in celebrating her arrival and the exciting scientific impact ahead!🔬Learn about Dr. Matter's work: bit.ly/4jp8b6c
January 7, 2026 at 5:07 PM
TLI is proud to welcome Michelle L. Matter, PhD, whose expertise in #cardiomyopathies, sepsis, and cellular signaling will strengthen our research in #cardiovascular medicine.
Join us in celebrating her arrival and the exciting scientific impact ahead!🔬Learn about Dr. Matter's work: bit.ly/4jp8b6c
Join us in celebrating her arrival and the exciting scientific impact ahead!🔬Learn about Dr. Matter's work: bit.ly/4jp8b6c
The Lundquist Institute thrilled to welcome Santosh Kesari, MD, PhD to our team as a TLI Investigator in #CancerBiology and #Immunotherapeutics.
Please join us in extending a warm welcome and celebrating the impactful work ahead! 🚀 Learn more about Dr. Kesari's work: bit.ly/4qE3rfk.
Please join us in extending a warm welcome and celebrating the impactful work ahead! 🚀 Learn more about Dr. Kesari's work: bit.ly/4qE3rfk.
January 6, 2026 at 9:12 PM
The Lundquist Institute thrilled to welcome Santosh Kesari, MD, PhD to our team as a TLI Investigator in #CancerBiology and #Immunotherapeutics.
Please join us in extending a warm welcome and celebrating the impactful work ahead! 🚀 Learn more about Dr. Kesari's work: bit.ly/4qE3rfk.
Please join us in extending a warm welcome and celebrating the impactful work ahead! 🚀 Learn more about Dr. Kesari's work: bit.ly/4qE3rfk.
New research from Rajesh K. Garg, MD, endocrinologist and researcher at TLI, and his colleagues explore how propionic acid, an additive found in many processed foods, may affect blood sugar regulation and insulin response: bit.ly/4qmxEja
#Endocrinology #Insulin #BloodSugar #Metabolism #Diabetes
#Endocrinology #Insulin #BloodSugar #Metabolism #Diabetes
December 19, 2025 at 5:08 PM
New research from Rajesh K. Garg, MD, endocrinologist and researcher at TLI, and his colleagues explore how propionic acid, an additive found in many processed foods, may affect blood sugar regulation and insulin response: bit.ly/4qmxEja
#Endocrinology #Insulin #BloodSugar #Metabolism #Diabetes
#Endocrinology #Insulin #BloodSugar #Metabolism #Diabetes
Our scientists work to uncover the mechanisms of disease, test new therapies, and deliver better health outcomes.
Your support powers these discoveries. Gifts through year end are matched 1:1 in support of TLI's Greatest Needs, thanks to Melanie and Richard Lundquist: lundquist.org/donate/.
Your support powers these discoveries. Gifts through year end are matched 1:1 in support of TLI's Greatest Needs, thanks to Melanie and Richard Lundquist: lundquist.org/donate/.
December 18, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Our scientists work to uncover the mechanisms of disease, test new therapies, and deliver better health outcomes.
Your support powers these discoveries. Gifts through year end are matched 1:1 in support of TLI's Greatest Needs, thanks to Melanie and Richard Lundquist: lundquist.org/donate/.
Your support powers these discoveries. Gifts through year end are matched 1:1 in support of TLI's Greatest Needs, thanks to Melanie and Richard Lundquist: lundquist.org/donate/.
Being immersed in infectious disease research and working alongside TLI investigators and lab teams, Bryce Tom’s journey as a TLI High School Summer Fellow reflects the power of mentorship, collaboration, and real-world experience: bit.ly/3XWhbG9. 🔬🧪
#Education #Research #SummerProgram #STEM
#Education #Research #SummerProgram #STEM
December 17, 2025 at 7:52 PM
Being immersed in infectious disease research and working alongside TLI investigators and lab teams, Bryce Tom’s journey as a TLI High School Summer Fellow reflects the power of mentorship, collaboration, and real-world experience: bit.ly/3XWhbG9. 🔬🧪
#Education #Research #SummerProgram #STEM
#Education #Research #SummerProgram #STEM
Join us on Thursday, 01/08 at 12pm PT for an eye-opening Science and Your Health discussion by TLI Investigator Michael Yeaman, PhD, MSc on how infection and immunity have shaped human history.
More info and to register: bit.ly/sayhjanuary2026.
More info and to register: bit.ly/sayhjanuary2026.
December 16, 2025 at 8:22 PM
Join us on Thursday, 01/08 at 12pm PT for an eye-opening Science and Your Health discussion by TLI Investigator Michael Yeaman, PhD, MSc on how infection and immunity have shaped human history.
More info and to register: bit.ly/sayhjanuary2026.
More info and to register: bit.ly/sayhjanuary2026.
We welcomed the City of Torrance Mayor George Chen to our campus this week for a discussion with leadership and a tour of our onsite incubator, BioLabs at The Lundquist Institute. 🧪
We look forward to working together to strengthen #LosAngelesBiotech and economic development in our community.
We look forward to working together to strengthen #LosAngelesBiotech and economic development in our community.
December 12, 2025 at 4:55 PM
We welcomed the City of Torrance Mayor George Chen to our campus this week for a discussion with leadership and a tour of our onsite incubator, BioLabs at The Lundquist Institute. 🧪
We look forward to working together to strengthen #LosAngelesBiotech and economic development in our community.
We look forward to working together to strengthen #LosAngelesBiotech and economic development in our community.
TLI is excited to announce that we've received a grant from the @kaiser-permanente.bsky.social Center for Gun Violence Research & Education to advance community-driven approaches that help prevent, treat, and heal firearm-related harm. Learn more: bit.ly/3KRbfLw
#PublicHealth #CommunityImpact
#PublicHealth #CommunityImpact
December 11, 2025 at 7:10 PM
TLI is excited to announce that we've received a grant from the @kaiser-permanente.bsky.social Center for Gun Violence Research & Education to advance community-driven approaches that help prevent, treat, and heal firearm-related harm. Learn more: bit.ly/3KRbfLw
#PublicHealth #CommunityImpact
#PublicHealth #CommunityImpact
TLI was proud to welcome CA State Senator Laura Richardson (CA-35) this week for a discussion on the opportunities and challenges facing #LifeSciences companies in our region. We’re grateful for the Senator’s continued dedication to patients and the organizations working toward better solutions.
December 10, 2025 at 5:06 PM
TLI was proud to welcome CA State Senator Laura Richardson (CA-35) this week for a discussion on the opportunities and challenges facing #LifeSciences companies in our region. We’re grateful for the Senator’s continued dedication to patients and the organizations working toward better solutions.
Please note that this event has been moved to Wednesday, December, 17, 2025! More details here: bit.ly/48KQXfV
Join us on 12/10 for a lecture by TLI Investigator Ashraf Ibrahim, PhD, recipient of the Frank J. DeSantis Investigator Award. This lecture will explore innovative immunotherapeutic strategies designed to disarm the most dangerous traits of invasive fungal pathogens. 🧪 More details: bit.ly/48KQXfV
December 9, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Please note that this event has been moved to Wednesday, December, 17, 2025! More details here: bit.ly/48KQXfV
For HIV Awareness Month, TLI Investigator Raul Macias Gil, MD explores emerging innovations and community-driven models that are reshaping access to HIV testing, PrEP, and treatment.
Read our latest article: bit.ly/4awFrWO
#HIV #HealthEquity #PublicHealth #SexualHealth #HIVPrevention #LGBTQIA
Read our latest article: bit.ly/4awFrWO
#HIV #HealthEquity #PublicHealth #SexualHealth #HIVPrevention #LGBTQIA
December 4, 2025 at 9:09 PM
For HIV Awareness Month, TLI Investigator Raul Macias Gil, MD explores emerging innovations and community-driven models that are reshaping access to HIV testing, PrEP, and treatment.
Read our latest article: bit.ly/4awFrWO
#HIV #HealthEquity #PublicHealth #SexualHealth #HIVPrevention #LGBTQIA
Read our latest article: bit.ly/4awFrWO
#HIV #HealthEquity #PublicHealth #SexualHealth #HIVPrevention #LGBTQIA
Every day, TLI scientists work to solve the health challenges that reaches families, hospitals, and communities — improving lives through treatment and education.
Your gift fuels this cycle of innovation and compassion.🔬This #GivingTuesday, support our work & fuel possibility: Lundquist.org/donate.
Your gift fuels this cycle of innovation and compassion.🔬This #GivingTuesday, support our work & fuel possibility: Lundquist.org/donate.
December 2, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Every day, TLI scientists work to solve the health challenges that reaches families, hospitals, and communities — improving lives through treatment and education.
Your gift fuels this cycle of innovation and compassion.🔬This #GivingTuesday, support our work & fuel possibility: Lundquist.org/donate.
Your gift fuels this cycle of innovation and compassion.🔬This #GivingTuesday, support our work & fuel possibility: Lundquist.org/donate.
Join us on 12/10 for a lecture by TLI Investigator Ashraf Ibrahim, PhD, recipient of the Frank J. DeSantis Investigator Award. This lecture will explore innovative immunotherapeutic strategies designed to disarm the most dangerous traits of invasive fungal pathogens. 🧪 More details: bit.ly/48KQXfV
December 1, 2025 at 11:18 PM
Join us on 12/10 for a lecture by TLI Investigator Ashraf Ibrahim, PhD, recipient of the Frank J. DeSantis Investigator Award. This lecture will explore innovative immunotherapeutic strategies designed to disarm the most dangerous traits of invasive fungal pathogens. 🧪 More details: bit.ly/48KQXfV
Join us on Thursday, 12/11 at 12pm PT for an eye-opening discussion by TLI Investigators Michael Ross, MD and Mina Desai PhD on one of today’s most pressing public health challenges and how we can create healthier environments for children.
More info and to register: bit.ly/sayhdecember2025.
More info and to register: bit.ly/sayhdecember2025.
November 25, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Join us on Thursday, 12/11 at 12pm PT for an eye-opening discussion by TLI Investigators Michael Ross, MD and Mina Desai PhD on one of today’s most pressing public health challenges and how we can create healthier environments for children.
More info and to register: bit.ly/sayhdecember2025.
More info and to register: bit.ly/sayhdecember2025.
At The Lundquist Institute, we know what’s possible when science has the support it needs.
Every gift fuels discovery, drives innovation, and helps transform groundbreaking ideas into tangible solutions that save lives: bit.ly/fueldiscovery
#MakeADifference #SocialGood #SupportScience #GiveBack
Every gift fuels discovery, drives innovation, and helps transform groundbreaking ideas into tangible solutions that save lives: bit.ly/fueldiscovery
#MakeADifference #SocialGood #SupportScience #GiveBack
November 18, 2025 at 11:00 PM
At The Lundquist Institute, we know what’s possible when science has the support it needs.
Every gift fuels discovery, drives innovation, and helps transform groundbreaking ideas into tangible solutions that save lives: bit.ly/fueldiscovery
#MakeADifference #SocialGood #SupportScience #GiveBack
Every gift fuels discovery, drives innovation, and helps transform groundbreaking ideas into tangible solutions that save lives: bit.ly/fueldiscovery
#MakeADifference #SocialGood #SupportScience #GiveBack
TLI's Medical-Financial Partnership (MFP), which addresses the economic root causes of health disparities, has been awarded a $3.44 million grant from the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation to expand its innovative model integration financial and health care services for families. Read more: bit.ly/49jN4iW
November 14, 2025 at 4:11 PM
TLI's Medical-Financial Partnership (MFP), which addresses the economic root causes of health disparities, has been awarded a $3.44 million grant from the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation to expand its innovative model integration financial and health care services for families. Read more: bit.ly/49jN4iW