Welcome to the Blau Lab

Our focus is on the basic molecular mechanisms of stem cells and muscle and their application to aging, regenerative medicine, and disease. The Blau lab brings together biologists, bioinformatics experts, and bioengineers who are interested in everything from the basic mechanisms of disease, to technology development, to clinical translation. We capitalize on an interdisciplinary approach to science because 'Where we look and how we look determines what we see’. The laboratory collaborates extensively with other researchers. Our overall objective is to understand and apply biology to improve quality of life, and our current primary focus is on understanding the gerozyme 15-PGDH.

Join the Blau Team

We are seeking creative, highly motivated, and team-oriented scientists at all levels to perform cutting-edge research. More information and how to apply here.

Helen Blau was awarded the National Medal of Science by President Biden on 1/3/2025. For more information, see the White House press release and announcement, and Stanford News.

Gerozymes, like 15-PGDH, are pivotal molecular determinants of the cellular and tissue dysfunction characteristic of aging.