Cellular, Molecular and Genetic Medicine

Genetic factors influence almost every human trait, from psychiatric illness to alcohol use disorders to the timing of birth. Our investigators strive to deepen the scientific understanding of how genes and the environment work together to impact human behavior and disease using a wide range of biometrical genetic and genomic techniques.

Working with partners across the university and domestic and international collaborators, our faculty and trainees are at the forefront of discoveries and developments to elucidate the genetic and environmental contributions to human traits and diseases, including:

• Behavioral and emotional disorders in children, adolescents and young adults
• Preterm birth, duration of pregnancy, and postpartum depression
• Psychiatric disorders including major depression, anxiety, schizophrenia
• Substance use disorders, such as alcohol and illicit drug use
• Tobacco/nicotine use and dependence

Faculty