Faculty Appointments
Professor of Molecular Physiology & Biophysics
Education
Ph.D., Human Genetics, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TexasM.S., Computer Science, University of Houston, Houston, Texas
Office Address
2215 Garlad Ave
Nashville, TN 37232
Nashville, TN 37232
Research Description
Developing statistical methods and computational tools for genetics and genomics studies and applying these tools for identifying genetics factors involved in human disease including cancers and psychiatric disorders. We develop and employ integrative genetics and genomics approaches to identify genes and cell types implicated in neuropsychiatric disorders and other complex diseases.
Research Keywords
Statistical modeling; genetics of complex diseases; integrative genomics; psychiatric disorders;