College of Veterinary Medicine
Zomer Lab
Led by Helena Zomer · Physiological Sciences
What we study
The Zomer Lab studies how stem cells and hormones like estrogen can improve skin healing and aging. They work with human and animal cells, focusing on wound repair and regenerative medicine.
What working here is like
- Wet lab
- Mice
- Cells in a dish
- Projects
- 4
- Papers
- 3
Current projects
Localized modulation of estrogen signaling
Studies how localized estrogen signaling in the skin could help older skin heal wounds better.
Stem cell secretomes
They explore cell-free therapies for treating burns and scars.
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17α-estradiol in aging
Studies 17-alpha-estradiol, a hormone that may extend lifespan, and how it acts in aging mice.
Canine mesenchymal stem cells
They bank stem cells from dogs, cats, and horses for veterinary applications.
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Recent papers, explained
- Comparing mesenchymal stem/stromal cells from dermis discarded in elective surgeries: Identifying optimal sources for regenerative medicine
2026 · Tissue and Cell
Compares skin cells from different surgeries for regenerative medicine.
- Endocrine-disrupting properties of heavy metal exposure contribute to the intergenerational effects on learning and memory
2026 · Frontiers in Endocrinology
Shows how heavy metals like mercury harm learning and memory.
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- Physiologically—Modeled Dynamic Stimulation and Growth Factors Induce Differentiation of Mesenchymal Stem Cells to a Vascular Endothelial Cell Phenotype
2025 · Microcirculation
Tests whether rhythmic stimulation improves stem cell conversion to blood vessel cells.
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How to reach out
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