Abreu Lab
The Abreu Lab team focuses on ways to prevent and treat inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) and inflammatory colon cancer. We seek to understand how the relationship between a patient’s immune system and their gut microbes may lead to gut inflammation or even the development of tumors. Our research also explores how the host-gut microbe relationship is influenced by environmental and genetic factors, including the impact of diet.
Personal Statement
I am both a physician and a scientist, specializing in inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). As a scientist, I’m passionate about finding ways to treat or even cure IBD. As a physician, I’m committed to improving the healthcare journey of patients and developing treatment strategies to help them live their best lives.
Maria T. Abreu, MD
Breakthrough Research
Dr. Abreu’s laboratory aims to identify the causes and consequences of IBD.
Funded Research
Our cutting-edge research is funded by a variety of sources, including the National Institutes of Health, the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, the Helmsley Charitable Trust and the V Foundation for Cancer Research.
Publications
Learn more about the recent research publications from the Abreu Lab.
Laboratory Team
Learn more about the Abreu Laboratory team, whose dedicated efforts lead to groundbreaking discoveries.
Job Opportunities
We are actively recruiting talented individuals to join our laboratory, bringing their expertise to make important breakthroughs.
Collaborations
The Abreu Lab collaborates with a wide range of investigators within Cedars-Sinai and in institutions around the world.
Contact the Abreu Lab
110 N. George Burns Rd.
Davis Building, Suite D4063
Los Angeles, CA 90048