USC Stem Cell
- a departmentUSC’s Department of Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine offers multidisciplinary educational opportunities for undergraduate, master’s, PhD and medical students as well as postdocs, clinical fellows and professionals at all stages of their careers.
- a centerThe Eli and Edythe Broad Center for Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Research at USC hosts world-class laboratories and provides cutting-edge research facilities for cell and tissue imaging, therapeutic screening, flow cytometry and genome modification.
- a university-wide initiativeThe USC Stem Cell initiative connects over 100 research and clinical faculty in multiple disciplines across USC and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. These researchers collaborate to leverage the transformative power of stem cells to develop new therapies for a spectrum of diseases.
News
Tiny particles in urine could be the key to treating a deadly childhood kidney diseaseUSC Viterbi researchers have discovered that a naturally occurring nanoparticle found in urine shows early promise as a treatment, and potentially a prenatal intervention, for a rare disease that kills newborns and …
USC researchers study impacts of synovial lymphatic system on TMJA recent Nature Communications article sheds light on how fluid drainage systems may worsen jaw pain in the 5 to 8 percent of Americans affected by temporomandibular joint disorders. Problems with jaw …
2026 USC Stem Cell/SPARK at USC Innovation Catalyst Grant in Regenerative MedicineAbout this call The USC Stem Cell/SPARK at USC grant is focused on the support of regenerative medicine innovation (therapeutics or diagnostics). Integration of AI technology is highly encouraged. The new SPARK …
Undergraduate stem cell research takes the spotlight at USC CIRM COMPASS symposiumUSC Stem Cell prepares undergraduates to present research and become the regenerative medicine workforce of the future. Stem cell research took center stage at the year-end symposium for the USC CIRM COMPASS …
Meet Our Researchers

Nils Lindström, PhD

Denis Evseenko, MD, PhD

Michael Bonaguidi, PhD

Rong Lu, PhD

Scott E. Fraser, PhD

Ching-Ling (Ellen) Lien, PhD

Leonardo Morsut, PhD

Thomas Lozito, PhD

Gage Crump, PhD

Giorgia Quadrato, PhD

Ksenia Gnedeva, PhD

Yulia Shwartz, PhD

Mark Humayun, MD, PhD

Qi-Long Ying, MD, PhD

Robert E. Maxson, PhD

Albert E. Almada, PhD

Francesca Mariani, PhD

Paula Cannon, PhD

Peter Yingxiao Wang, PhD

Senta Georgia, PhD

Louise Menendez, PhD

Mohamed Abou-el-Enein, MD, PhD, MSPH

Zhongwei Li, PhD

Megan McCain, PhD

Unmesh Jadhav, PhD

Justin Ichida, PhD

Oliver Bell, PhD

Yang Chai, DDS, PhD

Andrew P. McMahon, PhD, FRS

Amy Merrill-Brugger, PhD
in this section
Find Education and Training Opportunities
- UndergraduateThe department offers a Minor in Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine, participates in the USC CIRM COMPASS Scholars Program, and hosts undergraduates for hands-on stem cell research.
- Master's ProgramThe one-year Master of Science program offers courses in cutting-edge biomedical science, including developmental biology, human embryology, regenerative medicine, and the translational and therapeutic aspects of stem cell technology. The program also provides practical hands-on laboratory experience with stem cells.
- PhD ProgramThe PhD program in Development, Stem Cells, and Regenerative Medicine trains the next generation of scientific investigators in the history and practice of developmental and stem cell biology.
- Medical EducationUSC Stem Cell’s labs host medical students and fellows for hands-on stem cell research.
- Postdoctoral OpportunitiesUSC Stem Cell prepares the best and brightest postdoctoral trainees for successful careers in academia and industry.
Explore Research Facilities
Featured Video
USC Master's in Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine
Ready to make a difference in health care? Applications are now open for the USC Master of Science in Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine at http://scrm.usc.edu.
view all videos
Ready to make a difference in health care? Applications are now open for the USC Master of Science in Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine at http://scrm.usc.edu.



