Harvard University · BiologyLimb Regeneration and Neural Integration Lab
Jessica L. Whited · Cambridge, Massachusetts
Research Focus
Jessica L. Whited's lab at Harvard University focuses on understanding how axolotls can completely regenerate their limbs after amputation. They explore the systemic responses activated during this process, providing insights that could eventually lead to better regenerative medicine solutions for humans. By studying the interaction between the central nervous system and tissue regeneration, the lab aims to unravel the complex mechanisms behind successful limb repair and regeneration.
limb regenerationaxolotlprogenitor cellsblastema formationcentral nervous systemneuroendocrine system
Research Aims
5AIM 01Investigate the role of the neuroendocrine system in limb regeneration.
AIM 02Identify the signals that activate progenitor cells in axolotls.
AIM 03Analyze the formation and function of blastemas during limb regrowth.
AIM 04Explore the central nervous system's coordination of injury responses.
AIM 05Evaluate the systemic interactions involved in successful limb repair.
Skills the Lab Values
cell sortingscRNA-seqATAC-seqgenome editingtissue transplantationlive neuronal activity recordinganimal modelsmolecular biology techniquesinjury response assessment
Output against the department
Publications72bottom 20% of dept.821st of 1,033
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Citations2.9kbottom 22% of dept.807th of 1,033
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