Intramural Research Areas | National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research

Sensory Biology

Investigating fundamental mechanisms of sensation including taste, somatosensation and pain, while developing novel strategies to control pain.

Investigators

Wanjun Chen, MD

Senior Investigator
Mucosal Immunology Section

Mark Hoon, PhD

Senior Investigator
Molecular Genetics Unit

Ashok Kulkarni, PhD

Senior Investigator
Functional Genomics Section
Director, Gene Transfer Facility

Yuanyuan Liu, PhD

Stadtman Tenure Track Investigator
Somatosensation and Pain Unit

Nicholas Ryba, PhD

Senior Investigator
Taste & Smell Section