We strongly value a lab culture grounded in belonging, within our department and the broader community. We strive to create an inclusive environment of respect, collegiality, sensitivity and understanding. We fully recognize that our research, lives and humanity will be enriched by a diverse membership whereby different points of view and backgrounds are welcomed, valued and celebrated.

We are committed to recruiting students and postdoctoral fellows from across the US and internationally. Our lab has trained 17 graduate students to complete their PhD degree at Emory, with 3 graduate students currently doing PhD thesis research. Four graduate students have been recognized with Program Scholar Awards. Our lab has trained 22 postdoctoral fellows. I am very proud of the very successful career paths of all our graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, in particular, several outstanding scientists now directing their own independent laboratories! Please see this page for information on their current positions in academia, biotech and other alternative careers.

For the past 30 years, the Bassell Lab has promoted and celebrated the unique set of cultures brought in by the lab members and believe that these differences are what bring us together to form a stronger and more cohesive laboratory

For the past 25 years, the Bassell Lab is and has always been international, currently 5 of 12 people are here on Visas, and 6 of 12 were born in other countries. We promote and celebrate the unique set of cultures brought in by the lab members and believe that these differences are what bring us together to form a stronger and more cohesive laboratory.