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Harris Laboratory focuses on genetic regulation related to postembryonic development, studying the role of genetics in the generation and form of adult structures and the physiology of disease manifestations. Utilizing fish models, particularly zebrafish, the lab investigates the genetic variants that govern the development of adult forms and the life history strategies of vertebrates. The lab employs forward genetics in fish to identify genetic influences on development and growth, analyzing findings in mouse models to understand the conservation of growth mechanisms in developing skeletons across vertebrates. Comparative genomic and embryological studies of various fish species are conducted to explore genetic diversity and its impact on developmental regulation. The lab's location within the Orthopaedic Research Laboratories at Children's Hospital Boston fosters productive interactions with clinical researchers and is part of the broader Genetics Department at Harvard Medical School, allowing engagement with the extended research community on the Longwood Campus.
Administered by the Division of Medical Sciences (DMS). GRE is not required and will not be considered for BBS, Immunology, and Neuroscience.