My laboratory studies the biology of cells with extra chromosome sets (polyploid cells). These cells are present in organs such as our heart and liver, and in over 1/3 of cancers. Yet, we have a poor understanding of the implications of polyploidy. My laboratory studies the role of polyploidy in de-stabilizing the genome and in tissue repair.Our work has been recognized by funding awards from the National Institutes of Health, the American Cancer Society, the American Heart Association, the Pew Scholars program, the March of Dimes, NASA, and Creative and Novel Ideas in HIV Research.For more information please visit www.foxlabduke.com