Developmental Biology Model Organisms at Vanderbilt

Developmental Biology Problems Studied at Vanderbilt

Educational Opportunities

Undergraduate Studies

Graduate Studies

• Interdisciplinary Graduate Program (IGP)
• Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP)

Postdoctoral Training

Developmental Biology Faculty

The Vanderbilt Program in Developmental Biology offers a stimulating and supportive environment for studies of pattern formation, cellular differentiation and morphogenesis during animal development. A particular strength of this program is the wide diversity of model organisms utilized in our laboratories, as well as a stimulating, collegial research atmosphere. This environment fosters an interspecies approach in which the tools unique to each animal are brought to bear on key processes that underlie the development of all organisms. Some of the fundamental questions addressed by members of our program are: How is the basic body plan of an animal embryo established? What are the factors that drive embryonic morphogenesis? How is a heart created? How do neurons choose synaptic partners? Research training in developmental biology is supplemented by didactic courses, journal club, research seminars and an annual Developmental Biology Retreat.