Dr. Theodore Price's research lab focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms behind chronic pain using human tissue samples. By analyzing the first neurons in the pain pathway, they aim to develop new therapeutic targets for pain management. The lab uses innovative techniques like CRISPR screening to conduct functional genomic studies, connecting molecular findings to real human pain conditions.

Dr. Robert Rennaker's lab focuses on improving recovery after spinal cord injuries, particularly in restoring walking abilities. They utilize a technique called vagus nerve stimulation alongside rehabilitation exercises to promote healing and functional recovery in patients. The lab is involved in clinical trials to evaluate the effectiveness of these innovative therapies in helping individuals regain mobility and improve their quality of life.

Dr. Muhammad Saad Yousuf's lab focuses on understanding and treating diabetic neuropathic pain, a common and often debilitating condition affecting people with diabetes. The research explores how a molecule called methylglyoxal impacts nerve cells, leading to increased pain sensitivity. By using both animal models and human neurons, the lab aims to develop non-opioid treatments targeting specific stress-response pathways involved in pain.