We study the molecular mechanisms underlying chemosensation and temperature sensation.
Lab News
- Garrett promoted to lab manager
Congratulations to Garrett on his promotion, effective May 1, 2026. We are grateful for his contributions to the lab!
- Celebrating Sofia’s Ph.D. Graduation
We are delighted to celebrate the successful Ph.D. graduation of Sofia Ievleva. Sofia has been a valued member of the lab, and it has been a true pleasure to watch her grow and develop as a scientist. We are grateful for her contributions and wish her all the best in her next chapter and continued success in her future endeavors.

- Welcome Felix Weng to the lab
Felix joined the lab as a postdoctoral fellow on May 1.
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Latest Papers
Temperature and intrinsic Ca2+ reshape TRPM4 pharmacology
Hu J, Ievleva S, Park SJ, Lee J, Cheng J, O’Dea G, Sheng J, Du J#, Lü W# (2026) bioRxiv.
Noncanonical calcium-independent TRPM4 activation governs intestinal fluid homeostasis
Liu Y$, Hu J$, Xue C$, Huang W$, Ievleva S, Lü W#, Du J#, Cao Z# (2026) Nature Communications.
A single allosteric site merges activation, modulation and inhibition in TRPM5
Ruan Z, Lee J, Li Y, Orozco I, Du J#, Lü W# (2026) Nature Chemical Biology.
