Genome engineering for science and medicine
Our approach
Our scientific interests lie in developing innovative methods in molecular and genetic engineering for applications in regenerative medicine, treating disease, and enhancing our understanding of fundamental biological processes. Our work in these areas capitalizes on the products of the Genomic Revolution and modern advances in the fields of genome engineering, genetic reprogramming, gene delivery, protein engineering, stem cell transplantation, and synthetic biology to create biologic approaches with the potential to improve human health.
Cellular and molecular engineering of new biological systems
We envision the engineering of a new biology to fulfill previously intractable design criteria for a myriad of solutions to challenges in medicine and science.
Commitment to education and outreach
Our intellectual interests are complemented by our dedication to training the next generation of scientists and engineers at the high school, undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral level.
Our Research
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Genome engineering for gene and cell therapy
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Epigenome editing and gene regulation
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Programming cell biology
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Genetic control systems
August 8, 2025
Congratulations to Anish for receiving a Duke School of Medicine Biomedical PhD Student Pilot Grant through the Precision Genomic Collaboratory
Our News
June 23, 2025
Congratulations to Chanell for being awarded an NIH T32 Biotechnology Training Grant Fellowship from the Duke Center for Biomolecular and Tissue Engineering
July 29, 2025
Congratulations to Danai for receiving the Duke School of Medicine International Dean's Scholarship award
February 6, 2026