RESEARCH
Research in the Kaufman lab centers on understanding the fundamental biology around mitochondrial genome (mtDNA) stability and how it contributes to health. Our research is centered around detecting mtDNA alterations in disease and exploring novel approaches for genetic correction.
TEAM
Principal Investigator Dr. Kaufman alongside a senior scientist and senior laboratory manager, two postdoctoral researchers, two graduate student researchers, and three undergraduates.
MENTORSHIP
An approach that fosters independence, self-efficacy, and ownership of productivity, coupled with the understanding that academic research is an endurance and resilience exercise, and not a sprint. Resilience is built from pacing the work, as well as building supportive work relationships.
WHY PITT?
Working in the Pittsburgh Heart, Lung, and Blood Vascular Medicine Institute and partnering with the Center for Mitochondrial Medicine in a top-tier, research focused medical school.
PUBLICATIONS
Check out over 50 recent publications by Dr. Kaufman and his team!
APPLY HERE
Email Brett at bkauf@pitt.edu