The Ling Lab, led by Dr. Jonathan Ling, integrates bioinformatics and genetic engineering to study the underlying mechanisms of neurodegenerative diseases and develop strategies for therapeutic intervention. Supported by the Kissick Family Foundation, the Ling lab is focused on understanding forms of frontotemporal dementia (FTD) linked to TDP-43 protein dysfunction. By investigating the types of neurons that are susceptible to developing TDP-43 pathology, their research aims to improve detection methods and enhance biomarkers to advance the diagnosis and treatment of FTD.