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Molecular Biology, Neuroscience
Research in the lab is centered on understanding the molecular mechanisms regulating neurodegeneration. Specifically, primary cultures of neurons, transgenic and knockout mice, and animal models of neurological disease are used to study genes, proteins, and signal transduction pathways regulating neuronal cell death. We are also interested in identifying chemical compounds that protect the brain from neurodegeneration. The long-term objective of the laboratory’s research is to develop strategies to prevent, treat, or cure degenerative diseases of the brain. Recently, we have expanded our interests to investigate neurodevelopmental disorders also. Our ongoing research on neurodegeneration and neurodevelopmental disorders is described below.