Merrill Lab
The Merrill Lab investigates craniofacial development and its relationship to tissue repair and human disease. We use human genetics as a starting point for discovery to reveal the genes, cells and mechanisms that build and connect the diverse tissues of the craniofacial skeleton.
Personal Statement
Rare human disorders can reveal aspects of development that we might never think to look for otherwise. We use these disorders as a starting point to discover the genes and mechanisms that build the craniofacial skeleton and understand what happens when development goes wrong.
Amy E. Merrill, PhD
Breakthrough Research
- Genetic mechanisms of craniofacial development and disease
- Cell identity and diversity in the developing craniofacial skeleton
- Development of joints and skeletal tissue connections
- Mechanisms of craniofacial injury and repair
Funded Research
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Publications
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Laboratory Team
Meet the scientists and trainees of the Merrill Lab working together to understand craniofacial development and disease.
Job Opportunities
We are recruiting students and postdoctoral fellows interested in craniofacial development, genetics and disease.
Contact the Merrill Lab
Pacific Design Center
8687 Melrose Ave., Suite D266
West Hollywood, CA 90069