Dr. S. Alexandra Burt's lab focuses on understanding how the environments where children grow up, particularly disadvantaged neighborhoods, can influence their behaviors, including risk-taking and aggression. The lab investigates the molecular changes, specifically DNA methylation patterns, that may occur as a result of these environmental factors, helping to shed light on how early experiences can affect behavior throughout adolescence. The aim is to uncover both biological and environmental factors that contribute to youth antisocial behaviors, ultimately contributing to public health betterment.

Dr. Kelly Klump's lab at Michigan State University focuses on understanding how hormonal changes during perimenopause may elevate the risk of psychosis in women. By investigating the relationship between ovarian hormones and mental health symptoms, the lab aims to identify critical periods and mechanisms behind this heightened risk. The research aims to improve women's health interventions by providing insights into the effects of hormonal fluctuations during midlife.

Dr. Julia Puckett's lab at Michigan State University focuses on improving mental health support for transgender and gender diverse individuals. The lab studies resilience as a key factor that can help mitigate the mental health disparities faced by these communities. By developing a new measure of resilience and investigating its protective role against stressors, the lab aims to enhance our understanding and help create better mental health interventions tailored for transgender and gender diverse people.