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Neill Yun Li

Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery
Orthopaedic Surgery
308 Research Dr, Levine Science Research Center B323A, Durham, NC 27710
308 Research Dr, Levine Science Research Center, Durham, NC 27710

Research Interests


  • Brachial Plexus and Peripheral Nerve Surgery
  • Peripheral Nerve Regeneration
  • Immunomodulation and Immunoengineering
  • Peripheral nerve Injury and Aging
  • Schwann Cell and Macrophage Biology in Nerve Regeneration

Selected Grants


Elucidate the Molecular, Cellular, and Functional Impact of the allay Nerve Cap on Neuroma Formation and Pain Following Nerve Injury

ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Tulavi Therapeutics, Inc. · 2025 - 2026

Fresh Tissue Lab

Inst. Training Prgm or CMEPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Duke Hand Society · 2025 - 2025

External Relationships


  • Alafair Biosciences
  • Checkpoint Surgical
  • Tulavi Therapeutics

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