Collaborative, Translational Research

• Treatments to minimize damage and promote repair mechanisms following spinal cord or brain injury;
• Strategies to promote neuronal regeneration, including gene therapy;
• Understanding the mechanisms involved in axon guidance and myelination; and
• Implementation of advanced control systems for functional neuromuscular stimulation.

The faculty in SCoBIRC are members of a number of graduate programs which provide a wide range of educational opportunities. 

• Integrated Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program
• Masters of Science in Medical Sciences
• University of Kentucky MD/PhD Program

The vibrant, open lab environment of SCoBIRC allows undergraduates to gain valuable experience while being part a productive research community. The most direct way to inquire about potential lab openings is to email a faculty member directly. Additional information is available through the Office of Biomedical Education and the Office of Undergraduate Research.