Staff Lead researchers Dr Sandrine Willaime-Morawek Associate Professor Research interests How brain development and function are affected by external factors such as maternal diet In vitro stem cells modelling of neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative diseases' molecular… Connect with Sandrine Email: S.Willaime-Morawek@soton.ac.uk Other researchers NS Dr Neil Smyth Reader Connect with Neil Email: N.R.Smyth@soton.ac.uk Collaborating research institutes, centres and groups Cell and Developmental Biology We research how cells become specialised, communicate with each other and respond to the environment, leading to an impact on the development of cancer, neurological diseases and the function of the immune system. Institute for Life Sciences We bring together researchers with expertise across the themes of health and medicine, living systems, disruptive life technologies, and insights through data. We have an established reputation for working collaboratively, taking disruptive approaches and risk through interdisciplinary team science. Clinical Neurosciences We study clinical areas that include major human infectious diseases and diseases that affect the central nervous system. Interdisciplinary Dementia and Ageing Centre We are a network that brings together local expertise from across the research spectrum within the University and University Hospital Southampton. Our aim is to increase understanding of dementia and brain ageing and how to treat and care for people with these conditions. Centre for Human Development, Stem Cells and Regeneration The CHDSCR brings together researchers studying stem cells and development and ways to promote the regeneration of diseased or injured tissues. We aim to provide an environment where excellent scientists can make exciting discoveries for patient benefit. Research outputs