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Harikesh S. Wong is an Assistant Professor of Biology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), affiliated with the Department of Biology and the Ragon Institute. His research focuses on understanding how cells coordinate to regulate immune responses in tissues, with an emphasis on balancing immune activity to prevent excessive damage while ensuring effective defense against pathogens and tumors. His work integrates immunology with advanced techniques such as high-resolution fluorescence microscopy, computational modeling, and genetic manipulation. Wong's research explores the mechanisms underlying immune homeostasis, including the role of regulatory T cells and intercellular communication in controlling immune responses. His lab aims to elucidate how subtle changes in immune regulation can lead to diverse outcomes, such as tolerance, autoimmunity, and cancer.
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Harikesh S. Wong is an Assistant Professor of Biology at MIT and a Core Member of the Ragon Institute. His research focuses on immunology, systems biology, and imaging, with an emphasis on understanding immune responses at the cellular and tissue levels. His work explores how immune cells interact with pathogens and the host environment, including the role of regulatory T cells in maintaining immune homeostasis and the impact of commensal bacteria on liver immunity. Wong's research also investigates the molecular mechanisms underlying immune signaling and how these processes contribute to disease. His studies integrate advanced imaging techniques to analyze immune dynamics at the single-cell level.