Cindi Morshead

Research Synopsis

Her expertise is in neural stem cell biology and regenerative medicine strategies to promote neural repair. 
- Understanding the fundamental biology of neural stem cells; their migration, cell kinetics, differentiation, and cell lineage dynamics. 
- Application of stem cell biology to regenerative medicine strategies through the development of stem cell-based strategies to treat disease and promote repair in models such as stroke, cerebral palsy, acquired brain injury, Multiple Sclerosis and spinal cord injury.
- Application of bioengineering strategies (such as electric field application) to activate resident neural stem cells and enhance tissue repair and functional outcomes. 
- Examining cellular reprogramming strategies (the direct conversion of one cell type to another) to promote neural repair.