Jianmin Cui

Professor Jianmin Cui is a faculty member in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Washington University in St. Louis, part of the McKelvey School of Engineering. His research focuses on the molecular basis of electrical signaling in cardiovascular and nervous systems, particularly ion channel dysfunction in diseases like cardiac arrhythmia and epilepsy. He designs small molecules and natural toxins targeting ion channels for therapeutic applications.

Education:

• PhD, State University of New York, 1992
• MS, Peking University, 1986
• BS, Peking University, 1983

Research Interests: Professor Cui employs experimental and computational methods—including molecular biology, electrophysiology, and kinetic modeling—to study ion channel mechanisms. His lab investigates drug delivery protocols using ultrasound and explores electro-mechanical coupling in cardiac and neuronal systems. Recent work includes NIH-funded studies on potassium channelopathies and epilepsy mechanisms.

Affiliations:

• Cardiac Bioelectricity & Arrhythmia Center
• Division of Biology & Biomedical Sciences

Grants & Collaborations: Notable projects include NIH grants targeting potassium channel research and drug development for arrhythmias. Collaborations emphasize translational applications of ion channel discoveries.

Labs & Teams: The Cui Lab integrates interdisciplinary approaches to bridge basic science and clinical therapies, with a focus on ion channel pharmacology and disease modeling.