Pete A Williams

I am the Ulla and Ingemar Dahlberg Professor in Vision Science at Karolinska Institutet and Research Group Leader for Glaucoma at St Erik Eye Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden.

My lab uses the eye as a model of the central nervous system to elucidate early mechanisms of neurodegeneration. We utilize modern transcriptomic and molecular tools to delicately dissect pathways pertaining to early aging and neurodegenerative disease mechanisms and to identify potential therapeutic targets which we then test and verify in animal and cell models of neurodegeneration. We collaborate with basic scientists and research clinicians to develop discoveries into targeted therapeutics in the clinic. This includes active participation and leadership in Phase II and III clinical trials as well as commercial ventures based on our discoveries.

I am passionate about translation of basic research findings, leadership/mentorship, and communication.