Darren Lee

Darren Lee, a researcher from UMass Chan Medical School, specializes in ocular immunology and real-time visualization of immune responses in the eye. He discusses the eye's unique ability to manage immune privilege, enabling acceptance of foreign grafts. The role of regulatory T cells in autoimmune uveitis is a focal point, as Lee explains their importance in regulating inflammation. He also shares insights on networking and storytelling for scientists, illustrating how early curiosity shaped his career in immunology.