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Dr. Thomas Rando is a Professor and Director at the UCLA Broad Stem Cell Research Center. His research is focused on understanding the biological underpinnings of stem cell behavior within the context of aging and disease. His lab employs a variety of experimental approaches, including multi-omics and gene editing techniques, to explore how muscle stem cells can be modulated to restore function in aged tissue. The research aims to address critical questions on stem cell quiescence, self-renewal, and their potential for therapeutic applications in degenerative diseases, such as muscular dystrophies. Furthermore, he investigates the interaction of these stem cells with their local and systemic environment to better comprehend how they maintain tissue integrity and homeostasis. Rando is also dedicated to pre-clinical translational research, developing strategies to enhance stem cell efficacy as a treatment modality.
Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.