Dr. Chen [HHMI Fellow] is investigating cellular and molecular mechanisms that control neural development. The goals of his research are to delineate the genetic pathways underlying formation of the neural tube and cerebral cortex, and provide a rational basis for pharmacologic and genetic therapies for patients with neurological disorders or brain tumors.

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Project Title: "Genetic control of neural development and diseases"

Institution: University of Colorado Denver

Sponsor(s) / Mentor(s): Lee A. Niswander, PhD

Cancer Type: Neuro-oncology

Research Area: Developmental Biology