About
Dr Dino Tan is a post-doctoral researcher within the Centre for Respiratory Health, School of Biomedical Sciences, University of Western Australia, based at the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research.
He manages the Cell Biology Group in the Institute for Respiratory Health with Prof Yuben Moodley and has an appointment as a Research Officer in the Cell and Tissue Therapies WA in Royal Perth Hospital.
He graduated from his PhD in 2011 and has a background in cellular and molecular immunology, respiratory and stem cell research.
His current research focus is on the characterization of biomarkers and mechanisms of IPF and COPD pathogenesis while seeking new strategies through cellular (e.g. mesenchymal stromal cells) and immune/molecular-based therapies to treat lung disease and the associated chronic inflammation.