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We have pioneered methods to predict, dissect, and control large-scale gene regulatory programs; these methods  have provided insights into human development, cancer, and aging."},{"lastName":"Wysocka","clinicalFocus":[],"appointments":[{"appointment":"Associate Professor,Chemical and Systems Biology"},{"appointment":"Associate Professor,Developmental Biology"},{"appointment":"Member,Stanford Cancer Institute"}],"primaryAppointment":"Associate Professor,Chemical and Systems Biology","imageUrl":"http://med.stanford.edu/profiles/viewImage?facultyId=7764&type=small&showNoImage","displayName":"Joanna Wysocka","firstName":"Joanna","href":"http://med.stanford.edu/profiles/Joanna_Wysocka","researchInterest":"Research in our lab focuses on mechanisms of epigenetic regulation in differentiation and development. In particular, we are studying the function of histone modifying enzymes in embryonic stem cell self-renewal and in early cell fate decisions. 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However, there are exceptions to the rule. Some areas of the brain continue to make new neurons throughout life. This neurogenesis is mediated by neural stem cells and our research goals are to understand how stem cell activity and fate are controlled. Ultimately, we hope to harness the nascent potential of stem cells to treat neurological injury and disease."}]}