Dr. Horani's main research interest focuses on airway epithelial cell pathogensis including primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD), a genetic condition that results in impaired mucociliary clearance, causing progressive involvement of the respiratory tract characterized by recurrent infections of the lungs, middle ear, and paranasal sinuses. Dr. Horani is the recipient of multiple scientific awards related to his work in pediatric research. Working alongside members of a multidisciplinary team at Washington University in St. Louis, Dr. Horani's work in the laboratory examines the importance of different genes in the pathogenesis of primary ciliary dyskinesia and studies the function of several proteins in the assembly of motile cilia, a structure known to be defective in PCD.

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Primary ciliary dyskinesia, cystic fibrosis, asthma

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I am committed to reducing inequities in the scientific field, as well as the medical field by promoting a diverse environment within the lab. I
believe that medical education, and the experience aspiring scientists receive in the lab, are essential in promoting diversity within the scientific community as well as the general community as a whole.