The Harvard Department of Stem Cell and Regenerative Biology (HSCRB) is a joint department of Harvard University’s Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of Arts and Sciences, the first such department in the University’s history. The department is led by a faculty chair, who determines strategy and set priorities, consulting closely with HSCRB faculty. The chair is supported in their leadership role by the Dean of Science and the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine. An executive director ensures the smooth running of the department.
Department Chair
The Chair of HSCRB is Amy Wagers, the Forst Family Professor of Stem Cell and Regenerative Biology and a Harvard College Professor.
Executive Director
HSCRB administration and communications teams are led by Alice Rushforth, Executive Director. Alice has oversight of all aspects of operations, including research compliance, grants, finance, facilities, education, and communications.