UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine
Camille Ehre, PhD, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with joint appointments in the Marsico Lung Institute and the Microbiology & Immunology Department. My research focuses on studying mucus properties in pulmonary diseases like cystic fibrosis (CF), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and asthma, as well as abnormal mucus production in the gastrointestinal tract. My goal is to understand the underlying defects in mucus that affect mucosal defense mechanisms. Using in vitro and in vivo models, my lab evaluates the effectiveness of pharmacological agents in restoring mucus health in the lungs and intestines. I also analyze patient specimens to identify biomarkers of mucostasis for early diagnosis and targeted treatments. As a Principal Investigator, my lab has made significant progress in establishing assays, sample collection methods, and imaging techniques to study disease pathogenesis. Our findings have been published in reputable journals, providing insights into airway mucus, CFTR modulators, and cell tropism for SARS-CoV-2. Equipped with advanced molecular, biochemical, and microscopy technologies, my lab as part of the Marsico Lung Institute contributes to the understanding of cystic fibrosis and related pulmonary diseases. Additionally, I serve as the director of a Mucin Detection Core funded by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, facilitating collaboration and tool development for the CF scientific community. Overall, I am passionate about my research and committed to improving the quality of life of individuals with CF by focusing on enhancing mucosal defense mechanisms.
W16-- Gut Reactions: GI Manifestations in CF
Friday, October 9, 2026
7:45 AM - 9:45 AM EDT