Kristen Brennand, PhD
Research Topics:
Gene Expressions, Human Genetics and Genetic Disorders, Migration, Schizophrenia, Stem Cells, SynaptogenesisKristen Brennand is a stem cell biologist working to bridge the fields of developmental neuroscience and psychiatry. A major focus of her work is developing in vitro models for schizophrenia in order to identify novel insights into the molecular and cellular phenotypes of mental illness. She works with the Department of Neuroscience, Genetics and Genomic Sciences, Psychiatry, and the Icahn Institute for Data Science and Genomic Technology.
Multi-Disciplinary Training Areas
Development Regeneration and Stem Cells [DRS], Genetics and Genomic Sciences [GGS], Neuroscience [NEU]Physicians and scientists on the faculty of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai often interact with pharmaceutical, device and biotechnology companies to improve patient care, develop new therapies and achieve scientific breakthroughs. In order to promote an ethical and transparent environment for conducting research, providing clinical care and teaching, Mount Sinai requires that salaried faculty inform the School of their relationships with such companies.
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