Current research
Our research is highly diverse and includes topics ranging from embryogenesis, cell reprogramming and organogenesis to aging and stem cell engineering.
Our ongoing and future work will focus on new and emerging areas of developmental biology, such as epigenetics and genomics.
Model systems
We house one of the largest zebrafish facilities in the world. Along with zebrafish (D. rerio), we study several other model systems, including the fruit fly (D. melanogaster), nematode (C. elegans) and mouse (M. musculus), as well as tissue culture systems and embryonic stem cells.
Upcoming events
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Latest news
Mayssa Mokalled, PhD, has received a new National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke Award
Congratulations to Dr. Mayssa Mokalled! Mayssa Mokalled, PhD, Associate Professor of Developmental Biology, has received a two-year award from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke beginning July 2, 2026, for her project entitled “Reprogramming astrocytes to promote neural repair.”
Kerry Kornfeld, MD, PhD, has received a new National Institute of General Medical Sciences Award
Congratulations to Dr. Kerry Kornfeld! Kerry Kornfeld, MD, PhD, Professor of Developmental Biology, has received a five-year award from the NIH/National Institute of General Medical Sciences beginning August 1, 2026, for his project entitled “Zinc Signaling and Homeostasis.”
Kristen Kroll, PhD, has received a new National Institute of Mental Health Award
Congratulations to Dr. Kristen Kroll! Kristen Kroll, Ph.D., Professor of Developmental Biology, has received a five-year award from The National Institute of Mental Health starting June 19, 2026, for her project entitled “Requirements for ZNF292 in Cortical Development and Mechanisms of Pathogenesis in Neurodevelopmental Disorders.”