Dr. Kunhua Song is an Associate Professor of Internal Medicine at the USF Health Heart Institute. He earned a B.S. in Biology from Fudan University, an M.A. from Zhejiang University, China, an M.S. from the University of Arkansas, and a Ph.D. in Genetics and Development from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UTSW). Under the guidance of Dr. Eric N. Olson, Dr. Song developed his expertise in cardiac physiology and pathology.
Cardiovascular diseases, including myocardial infarction, cardiomyopathy, and heart failure, affect millions worldwide. The prevalence of heart failure continues to increase and is projected to rise by 50% from 2012 to 2030, highlighting the urgent need for more effective medical devices and interventional therapies. Dr. Song’s lab focuses on developing innovative therapeutics for cardiovascular diseases, which is grounded in a comprehensive understanding of disease mechanisms. His research integrates induced human pluripotent stem cells (human iPSCs) and mouse models to tackle unmet clinical challenges.
Dr. Song’s work contributes significantly to the field of cardiovascular health, with a special focus on addressing the needs of patients suffering from heart conditions. Additionally, He is deeply committed to mentoring and training the next generation of scientists, finding his most rewarding moments in witnessing the success of his trainees, both within and beyond the lab.
