Background
Dr. Li has a strong research background in molecular and neuronal pharmacology in the central nervous system, especially in the serotonergic system. Currently, her research interests are the regulation in the brain-gut axis, an important neurocircuitry that plays an essential role for interaction of gastrointestinal system and central nervous system. Specifically, Dr. Li's research is focused on the effects of brain-gut axis on the pathogenesis of gastrointestinal disorders, such as Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and functional dyspepsia.