York Pei

Research Synopsis

The major theme of his research program is to identify genetic factors involved in the initiation or progression of common kidney diseases, as potential targets for developing novel diagnostic tests and therapies. His research focuses on genetic, genomic and translational research of several hereditary kidney disorders including autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease, IgA nephropathy and idiopathic nephrotic syndrome, and is supported by grants from the Kidney Foundation of Canada, Physicians Incorporated Foundation, and Canadian Institutes of Health Research.