Welcome to the Flanagan Lab!

Neural stem cells form mature brain cell types (neurons, astrocytes, and oligodendrocytes) during development. Neural stem cells also have therapeutic potential to treat neurological diseases and injuries due to their ability to provide trophic support to damaged tissue or differentiate into the mature cells of the central nervous system (CNS).

Our research combines cell biology and bioengineering to decipher neural stem cell fate potential and to optimize cell transplantation to treat neurological conditions. Our overall goal is to better understand stem cell function during brain development and to maximize repair of the central nervous system after debilitating conditions such as stroke.

To learn more about the projects we are pursuing, please read our research goals and some of our publications for more information.

We are always seeking creative and motivated students to join us! Prospective students or others looking to join, follow this link to apply, and we’ll try to get back to you shortly!