Many of our scientists investigate various aspects of the nervous system — including its developmental biology, the science of pain control, degenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s, and more. In addition, we are innovating treatments and diagnostic tools for primary and metastatic brain tumors and exploring new ways to control the neurological side effects of some cancer treatments.
Pictured: Immature nerve cells are differentiating into the pain-sensing cells of the peripheral nervous system. (Courtesy of the Lorenz Studer lab.)
