Research Initiatives

Institutional Biosafety Committee Institutional Biosafety Committee aims to minimize risks to MUSC from activities involving recombinant DNA, microorganisms, and biological toxins. Labs | Department of Regenerative Medicine & Cell Biology Information about the research being done in the Department of Regenerative Medicine Labs | Division of Experimental Pathology Learn about the research labs in the Division of Experimental Pathology at the MUSC College of Medicine. Mental Health Disparities & Diversity Program The Mental Health Disparities Program studies the factors affecting mental health service disparities in varying populations. Murray Center for Research on Parkinson's & Related Disorders The physicians of the MUSC Movement Disorders Program are currently conducting clinical trials on a variety of topics. MUSC Brain Research Institute MUSC’s Brain Research Institute has a mission to develop a nationally-recognized center of neuroscience research, advocacy, and outreach, provide a forum for communicating neuroscience research and events to the MUSC community, foster the career development of young neuroscientists, promote interactions within the neuroscience community to facilitate collaborations, and to communicate new research discoveries and the importance of supporting neuroscience research to the public. National Center of Neuromodulation for Rehabilitation (NC NM4R) The National Center of Neuromodulation for Rehabilitation works to develop the emerging science of neuromodulation, focusing this knowledge on enhancing rehab. Neuroscience Research MUSC has one of the nation’s largest teams of top specialists in neurology, neurosurgery, neurovascular intervention, neuroradiation oncology, neuromodulation, neurologic nursing and related fields. Occupational Therapy Research Dr. Bendixen’s clinical and research expertise includes specialized training at the Neuromuscular and Neurogenetic Disorders of Childhood Section within the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Morrow's overall research goal is to improve the delivery of rehabilitation to maximize patient outcomes and access to care while minimizing barriers including cost. Oral Health Research MUSC Dental Medicine advances oral health by educating clinical dentists and fostering leaders in research, education, and clinical care. Peter C. Gazes Cardiac Research Institute The Peter C. Gazes Cardiac Research Institute brings together a broad group of investigators dedicated to basic and clinical cardiovascular research. Physical Therapy Research Faculty members in the Division of Physical Therapy have a range of research expertise that spans rehabilitation and education. They are sought-after physical therapy subject matter experts in the areas of stroke rehabilitation, musculoskeletal disorders and management, pediatrics, and more. Research Explore cutting-edge cancer research at MUSC Hollings Cancer Center, an NCI-designated center leading clinical trials, prevention, immunology, and translational science across South Carolina. Research & Innovation | College of Dental Medicine We’re advancing oral health through research and innovation at MUSC’s College of Dental Medicine. Explore studies in cancer, regeneration, microbiology, and more. Research & Scholarship | Anesthesia & Perioperative Medicine The research mission of the Department of Anesthesia and Perioperative Medicine at MUSC is to develop new knowledge in areas relevant to perioperative medicine by conducting innovative and important clinical, translational, and basic science research. Research & Scholarship | Department of Neuroscience Explore the variety of research centers, institutes and laboratories for Department of Neuroscience at MUSC.