ES cells and neurogenesis

Embryonic stem cells are used as a model of embryonic and adult development and as a potential source of cells for treating a range of currently incurable or poorly treatable human diseases and injuries. Our aim is to understand the signalling mechanisms which drive neurogenesis and we have discovered a number of novel processes in mouse ES cells by which this can be achieved. Lab or library based projects on understanding these mechanisms are available.

Supervisor: Dr Michael Morris

Sesqui Senior Lecturer in Embryonic Stem Cells

Discipline of Physiology and Bosch Institute, School of Medical Sciences

Location: Human Reproduction Unit

Level 11, Kolling Building

Royal North Shore Hospital

St Leonards NSW 2065

Email: michaelmorris@med.usyd.edu.au

Phone: 9926 4877