Research Interests:
Research in the Kwan laboratory is aimed at the genetic mechanisms that underlie normal development of the cerebral cortex and their dysregulation in neurodevelopmental disorders. Our overarching goals are to understand: 1) the mechanisms by which neural progenitor cells give rise to diverse repertoires of cortical neuronal subtypes; 2) the mechanisms that wire cortical neurons into functional neural circuits; and 3) how alterations in these mechanisms contribute to brain disorders, including intellectual disability and autism spectrum disorder.
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DEI Statement
Enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, addressing structural inequalities, and improving institutional climate are personally important to me. My efforts to promote DEI at the university include serving on the Diversity and Outreach committee in the Department of Human Genetics. My efforts to support diversity in my laboratory include mentoring trainees from underrepresented and immigrant backgrounds, and trainees with a disability.
Research Interests
Research in the Kwan laboratory is aimed at the genetic mechanisms that underlie normal development of the cerebral cortex and their dysregulation in neurodevelopmental disorders. Our overarching goals are to understand: 1) the mechanisms by which neural progenitor cells give rise to diverse repertoires of cortical neuronal subtypes; 2) the mechanisms that wire cortical neurons into functional neural circuits; and 3) how alterations in these mechanisms contribute to brain disorders, including intellectual disability and autism spectrum disorder.