Research
Emphasis Areas

Research Affiliates

Core Services
Behavioral Science Core

Brain Imaging Core

Cellular Morphology Core

Genetics Core

Infant Primate Research Laboratory Core

Instrument Development Laboratory Core

Bensheng Qiu, Ph.D.

Research Assistant Professor of Radiology
Research Affiliate, Center on Human Development and Disability
bqiu@u.washington.edu
206-616-0745
University of Washington, Box 357115
Seattle, WA 98195-7115

Dr. Qiu studies possible therapies to treat gliomas, cancerous tumors of the brain and spinal cord. Gliomas arise from glial cells, a class of cells that nourish, protect, and support neurons. Current treatments for gliomas can lead to significant cognitive damage, especially in the developing brains of young children. Qiu and his lab are using MRI imaging to develop techniques to label and track the migration of stem cells, which could be used in targeted and glioma treatments, including gene, radiation, or chemotherapies.

University of Washington • Center on Human Development and Disability Box 357920 • Seattle WA 98195-7920 USA • 206-543-7701 •chdd@u.washington.edu