MMRI is an independent, nonprofit medical research institute located in the heart of Silicon Valley, in Sunnyvale, CA. Research at MMRI focuses on understanding the molecular basis of chronic disease and identifying potential therapeutic intervention points in cancer, inflammation, and autoimmune diseases.

About. MMRI is an independent, 501(c)(3) nonprofit medical research organization established in 1995 and located in the heart of Silicon Valley, in Sunnyvale, CA.

Senior Research Associate, Cell Biology, Cell Signaling and Assay Development. Dr. Wang has extensive experience in microorganism and innate immunity, including investigation of innate immunity signaling pathway and screening of antivirus compounds. Dr. Wang received her Ph.D. in Biology from Nanjing University, China and subsequently joined the University of Cincinnati …

Regulation of Inflammation Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Other Inflammatory Diseases. Activation of immune cells induces the expression of inflammatory cytokines, chemokines, enzymes, and adhesion molecules that play a critical role in the natural response to both infection and tissue injury.

Research Programs. MMRI’s team of experienced scientists and physicians focuses on improving the understanding of the molecular basis of disease.

Leadership & Research Team. Edward P. Amento, M.D. Founder and Executive Director. Ajith Welihinda, Ph.D. Senior Investigator, Director, Cell Biology, Head of Cell ...

Core Facilities. MMRI has 31,000 square feet of space including laboratories, offices, library, conference rooms, common areas, and kitchen. We are conveniently located in the heart of Silicon Valley, a few minutes from Stanford University, the NASA space research center, and numerous biotechnology companies.

Publications Bibliography for research conducted at MMRI (as of December 2023) Welihinda AA, Ravikumar P, Kaur M, Mechanic J, Yadav S, Kang GJ, Amento EP.

For more information about career opportunities at Molecular Medicine Research Institute, please contact MMRI Human Resources by at [email protected]. MMRI Translational Research Center

Board of Directors Edward P. Amento, M.D., Founder and Executive Director. Dr. Amento founded MMRI in 1995 to advance the understanding of the molecular and cellular basis of autoimmune and connective tissue diseases and cancer with the goal of fostering the translation of laboratory science to clinical care.