Jin Wei, PhD
Assistant Professor
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine
Medicine
Nephrology

PhD, University of South Florida
PhD, University of Mississippi
BS, Jilin University



Jin Wei, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and a Principal Investigator of Nephrology at Boston Medical Center. Dr. Wei studied renal physiology at the University of Mississippi Medical Center and the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine as a graduate student, post-doctoral fellow, and junior faculty in succession. He was a recipient of the American Society of Nephrology Ben J. Lipps Post-Doctoral Fellowship and Carl W. Gottschalk Research Scholar Grant. Dr. Wei joined BU/BMC’s faculty and established his independent research laboratory in 2023. His laboratory uses a diverse array of sophisticated experimental techniques, various transgenic animal models, and novel pharmaceuticals to delve into renal mechanisms of blood pressure regulation. The overarching aim of his research endeavors is to discover potential innovative therapeutic targets and treatment strategies for hypertension.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility (DEIA) are fundamental values that serve as the foundation of my lab. By fostering a DEIA environment, we strive to create a comprehensive learning experience for all lab members and ensure that everyone feels included, valued, and supported.

Throughout my academic career, I have had the opportunity to work on various projects alongside colleagues from diverse ethnic backgrounds, including individuals of Asian, African, European, and American descent. This experience has provided me with a valuable opportunity to appreciate different perspectives, gain insights into diverse cultures and experiences, and develop a strong appreciation for the importance of diversity and inclusion in any collaborative endeavor. Working with colleagues from different ethnic backgrounds has broadened my horizons, and I have come to appreciate the value of diverse perspectives, which have enhanced my problem-solving abilities and my overall approach to research.

In my lab, we are dedicated to promoting DEIA principles. My lab is committed to providing equal research opportunities to postdocs, graduate students, and undergraduates from diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, and ability status. I will create a safe and respectful work environment to establish ground rules and expectations for your lab culture that prioritize respect, kindness, and inclusivity, encourage open communication, active listening, and empathy among lab members, and set up mechanisms for addressing conflict or concerns, such as regular check-ins or anonymous feedback mechanisms. I will also provide opportunities for professional development and advancement and Eesure that lab members have access to the resources and support they need to succeed in their research, including funding, mentorship, training opportunities, and access to research equipment and technology. In addition, I will encourage lab members to work together, share ideas, and support each other's work. Create opportunities for group brainstorming sessions or team-building activities. Finally, we will attend conferences and events that prioritize diversity and inclusion and collaborate with researchers and organizations that are working to advance DEI in my field.

Publications listed below are automatically derived from MEDLINE/PubMed and other sources, which might result in incorrect or missing publications. Faculty can login to make corrections and additions.

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  1. Iglesias M, Wang H, Krause-Hauch M, Ren D, Zoungrana LI, Li Z, Zhang J, Wei J, Yadav N, Patel K, Fatmi MK, Liu R, Lesnefsky EJ, Li J. Sestrin2 Mediates Metformin Rescued the Age-Related Cardiac Dysfunctions of Cardiorenal Syndrome Type 3. Cells. 2023 Mar 08; 12(6).View Related Profiles. PMID: 36980186; PMCID: PMC10047033; DOI: 10.3390/cells12060845;
     
  2. Liu R, Juncos LA, Lu Y, Wei J, Zhang J, Wang L, Lai EY, Carlstrom M, Persson AEG. The Role of Macula Densa Nitric Oxide Synthase 1 Beta Splice Variant in Modulating Tubuloglomerular Feedback. Compr Physiol. 2023 Jan 30; 13(1):4215-4229.View Related Profiles. PMID: 36715280; PMCID: PMC9990375; DOI: 10.1002/cphy.c210043;
     
  3. Zhang J, Cai J, Cui Y, Jiang S, Wei J, Kim YC, Chan J, Thalakola A, Le T, Xu L, Wang L, Jiang K, Wang X, Wang H, Cheng F, Buggs J, Koepsell H, Vallon V, Liu R. Corrigendum to Zhang J, Cai J, Cui Y, Jiang S, Wei J, Kim YC, Chan J, Thalakola A, Le T, Xu L, Wang L, Jiang K, Wang X, Wang H, Cheng F, Buggs J, Koepsell H, Vallon V, Liu R. "Role of the macula densa sodium glucose cotransporter type 1-neuronal nitric oxide synthase-tubuloglomerular feedback pathway in diabetic hyperfiltration." Kidney Int. 2022;101:541-550. Kidney Int. 2022 Aug; 102(2):448.View Related Profiles. PMID: 35870819; PMCID: PMC9397148; DOI: 10.1016/j.kint.2022.05.011;
     
  4. Chen W, Wang L, Liang P, Mast J, Mathis C, Liu CY, Wei J, Zhang J, Fu L, Juncos LA, Buggs J, Liu R. Reducing ischemic kidney injury through application of a synchronization modulation electric field to maintain Na+/K+-ATPase functions. Sci Transl Med. 2022 Mar 09; 14(635):eabj4906.View Related Profiles. PMID: 35263146; PMCID: PMC9994383; DOI: 10.1126/scitranslmed.abj4906;
     
  5. Zhang J, Cai J, Cui Y, Jiang S, Wei J, Kim YC, Chan J, Thalakola A, Le T, Xu L, Wang L, Jiang K, Wang X, Wang H, Cheng F, Buggs J, Koepsell H, Vallon V, Liu R. Role of the macula densa sodium glucose cotransporter type 1-neuronal nitric oxide synthase-tubuloglomerular feedback pathway in diabetic hyperfiltration. Kidney Int. 2022 Mar; 101(3):541-550.View Related Profiles. PMID: 34843754; PMCID: PMC8863629; DOI: 10.1016/j.kint.2021.10.037;
     
  6. Zhang J, Wang X, Cui Y, Jiang S, Wei J, Chan J, Thalakola A, Le T, Xu L, Zhao L, Wang L, Jiang K, Cheng F, Patel T, Buggs J, Vallon V, Liu R. Knockout of Macula Densa Neuronal Nitric Oxide Synthase Increases Blood Pressure in db/db Mice. Hypertension. 2021 Dec; 78(6):1760-1770.View Related Profiles. PMID: 34657443; PMCID: PMC8651058; DOI: 10.1161/HYPERTENSIONAHA.121.17643;
     
  7. Wei J, Zhang J, Jiang S, Xu L, Qu L, Pang B, Jiang K, Wang L, Intapad S, Buggs J, Cheng F, Mohapatra S, Juncos LA, Osborn JL, Granger JP, Liu R. Macula Densa NOS1ß Modulates Renal Hemodynamics and Blood Pressure during Pregnancy: Role in Gestational Hypertension. J Am Soc Nephrol. 2021 Oct; 32(10):2485-2500.View Related Profiles. PMID: 34127535; PMCID: PMC8722793; DOI: 10.1681/ASN.2020070969;
     
  8. Zhang J, Qu L, Wei J, Jiang S, Xu L, Wang L, Cheng F, Jiang K, Buggs J, Liu R. A new mechanism for the sex differences in angiotensin II-induced hypertension: the role of macula densa NOS1ß-mediated tubuloglomerular feedback. Am J Physiol Renal Physiol. 2020 Nov 01; 319(5):F908-F919.View Related Profiles. PMID: 33044868; PMCID: PMC7789980; DOI: 10.1152/ajprenal.00312.2020;
     
  9. Zhang J, Wang X, Wei J, Wang L, Jiang S, Xu L, Qu L, Yang K, Fu L, Buggs J, Cheng F, Liu R. A two-stage bilateral ischemia-reperfusion injury-induced AKI to CKD transition model in mice. Am J Physiol Renal Physiol. 2020 Aug 01; 319(2):F304-F311. PMID: 32567350; PMCID: PMC7528400; DOI: 10.1152/ajprenal.00017.2020;
     
  10. Zhang J, Zhu J, Wei J, Jiang S, Xu L, Qu L, Yang K, Wang L, Buggs J, Cheng F, Tan X, Liu R. New Mechanism for the Sex Differences in Salt-Sensitive Hypertension: The Role of Macula Densa NOS1ß-Mediated Tubuloglomerular Feedback. Hypertension. 2020 Feb; 75(2):449-457.View Related Profiles. PMID: 31865794; PMCID: PMC7015450; DOI: 10.1161/HYPERTENSIONAHA.119.13822;
     
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2022 American Physiological Society / American Society of Nephrology Conference: Poster Award
2020 Annual Nephrology Young Investigators’ Forum of Southern Society for Clinical Investigation: First Place Award
2020-2022 American Society of Nephrology: Carl W. Gottschalk Research Transition to Independence Grant
2019 Experimental Biology Meeting: Postdoctoral Excellence in Research Award Finalist
2019 American Physiological Society / American Society of Nephrology Conference: Travel Award
2019 American Heart Association Council of Hypertension: Early Career Oral Presentation Award
2018 Annual Nephrology Young Investigators’ Forum of Southern Society for Clinical Investigation: Second Place Award
2018 American Heart Association Council of Hypertension: Trainee Poster Presentation Award
2018-2020 American Society of Nephrology: Ben J. Lipps Research Post-Doctoral Fellowship
2017 American Heart Association Council of Hypertension: New Investigator Travel Award
2016 American Heart Association Council of Hypertension: Trainee Poster Presentation Award
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