Illuminating the Dark Matter of the Genome

Dr. Michael T. McManus’s research career is distinguished by a strong emphasis on technology and innovation, particularly in gene function analysis in health and disease. His lab uses systematic and synthetic approaches to develop new tools and methodologies for studying gene regulation. Since joining UCSF, Dr. McManus has led a productive lab focused on gene regulation and function, using both cultured cells and mouse models. He has been affiliated with the Innovative Genomics Institute, the Helen Diller Comprehensive Cancer Center, the Diabetes Center, the Eli & Edythe Broad Center for Regeneration Medicine and Stem Cell Research, and the American Association for the Advancement of Science.