Research in the Amendt laboratory focuses in three key areas.
1. Understanding the steps in the development of the craniofacial structures. We use a combination of Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Genetic, Molecular Biology and mouse models to further our understanding of these key developmental steps.
2. A commitment to teaching of undergraduate, graduate and postdoctoral personnel.
3. Coordination and development of the Craniofacial Anomalies Research center.
ACB Seminar Schedule
Welcome Reception for David Schwebel, Vice President for Research
Tuesday, September 9, 2025 4:30pm to 6:00pm
We invite you to attend a welcome reception for David Schwebel, the university's new vice president for research, on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. The event will take place from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the Levitt Center for University Advancement Rotunda, located at One West Park Road in Iowa City, Iowa. Please note that brief remarks will be delivered at 5:15 p.m.
ACB Seminar Series - Eszter Vladar
Wednesday, September 10, 2025 9:30am to 10:30am
Dr. Eszter Vladar, an Associate Professor of Medicine from the University of Colorado will present a seminar titled "Ciliated Airway Epithelium: How to Make It, Break It, Then Fix It.".