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Eddie Lee
Associate Professor at University of Pennsylvania
Eddie Lee is an accomplished researcher and medical professional at the University of Pennsylvania. Here are some key details about his background and roles:
Academic Positions
Dr. Edward B. Lee holds several important positions at the University of Pennsylvania:
- Associate Professor of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine12
- Associate Director of the Penn Alzheimer's Disease Research Center12
- Co-Director of the Institute on Aging12
- Director of the Center for Neurodegenerative Disease Research Center Brain Bank2
Research Focus
Dr. Lee's research expertise centers on neurodegenerative diseases, including:
- Alzheimer's disease
- Frontotemporal lobar degeneration
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)2
He leads the Translational Neuropathology Research Laboratory, which investigates the molecular mechanisms behind protein aggregation and neurodegeneration.3
Education and Training
Dr. Lee has an extensive educational background:
- BS in Biological Sciences from Stanford University (1997)
- MD and PhD in Neuroscience from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine (2004/2005)2
He completed his residency in pathology, a fellowship in neuropathology, and a post-doctoral fellowship before joining the faculty in 2011.3
Notable Achievements
- Discovered a new rare form of dementia called Vacuolar Tauopathy3
- Received the Alzheimer's Association Excellence in Neuroscience Mentoring Award4
- Served on over 50 thesis committees and directs a national career development workshop for neuropathology trainees4
Dr. Lee's work has significantly contributed to the understanding of neurodegenerative diseases and their potential treatments.
