Israni Lab @ UTMB Galveston

Join Our Lab

Israni Lab

Ajay K. Israni, MD, MS
Professor of Medicine & Division Chief of Nephrology, University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)

Transplant Nephrologist & Research Leader
R01-funded clinician–scientist with board certification in Nephrology; Director of the Molecular Epidemiology Laboratory at UTMB. Expertise in genetics, pharmacogenomics, and the microbiome’s role in transplantation. Former Medical Director and current Senior Staff at the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients (SRTR).

Contributions to Science
Genetics & Pharmacogenomics in Transplantation
Explored associations between genetic variants (recipient and donor) and outcomes, informing precision dosing of immunosuppressants.
Clinical Kidney Phenotypes
Characterized acute rejection variation across centers and inflammation phenotypes in chronic allograft dysfunction, refining biopsy-based definitions.
Allocation Policy
Co-led research shaping national kidney and pancreas allocation, improving access and outcomes.
Health Equity
Studied disparities in access, adherence, and follow-up; identified barriers that inform interventions for minority transplant recipients in the United States and Globally.

Learn More
Meet the Team
A meticulously arranged laboratory bench featuring a precision centrifuge crafted from brushed stainless steel, a set of sleek glass test tubes with colorless liquids, and a modern, open laptop with a clean, blank screen. The setting is an immaculate research lab with clean white counters and minimal but organized scientific instruments. Neutral walls and frosted glass partitions create a sense of order and professionalism. Soft, diffused overhead LED lighting produces gentle reflections on the metal and glass surfaces, with subtle, natural shadows grounding the scene. Shot from an eye-level perspective with crisp, sharp focus and balanced composition, the mood is calm, efficient, and inspiring, exuding a corporate, photographic realism that reflects cutting-edge nephrology research.
A close-up photograph of a state-of-the-art next-generation gene sequencer, its smooth matte-black panels and precise touch interface accented by glowing blue indicator lights. The sequencer is positioned on a perfectly tidy white lab workstation, with only a few neatly stacked pipette tip boxes and a single open notebook nearby. The environment is airy and uncluttered, accentuated by neutral-toned walls and clear lab glassware in the periphery. Cool, soft laboratory lighting highlights the subtle textures and clean lines of the equipment, giving the scene a sophisticated and professional feel. Captured at a three-quarter angle with the device as the focal point, the composition is balanced, structured, and emphasizes a corporate, modern aesthetic aligned with innovation in transplant genetics.

Projects

Research
Publications

Contact Us

Reach the Israni Lab for inquiries about collaborations, grants, or patient resources.

← Back

Thank you for your response. ✨