Leo Tsai

Leo Tsai is a neuroscientist whose work focuses on the genetic and molecular mechanisms underlying Parkinson’s disease. Over the past decade, he has advanced the understanding of PINK1/Parkin-mediated mitochondrial quality control and contributed to the discovery of two Parkinson’s disease genes through genomic studies. His research integrates molecular biology, functional genomics, and cell-based assays to uncover early pathogenic events and identify potential biomarkers for Parkinson’s disease. Leo is committed to translating mechanistic insights into strategies that enable earlier detection and therapeutic intervention.