Laura Stephan
Human Biology
Research Topic: Impact of FGF4 on Murine Ectoplacental Cone Outgrowth
Research Poster Located in the Neighborhood Engagement Centers
Research Summary:
Laura's research focused on understanding the early stages of placenta development in mice. She studied the ectoplacental cone (EPC), the precursor to the placenta. By experimenting with different culture conditions, she found that a special gel called Matrigel significantly improved the growth of the EPC compared to standard methods. This discovery is crucial for studying placenta formation and could lead to a better understanding of pregnancy complications.
