Trevor M. Nolan

Trevor M. Nolan is an Assistant Professor of Biology and Biological Engineering at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), within the Division of Biology and Biological Engineering. He holds a B.S. from Iowa State University (2013) and a Ph.D. (2018), followed by a Visiting Associate position at Caltech (2024) before transitioning to his current role. His laboratory focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms governing the transition from cell proliferation to differentiation during organ development, particularly in plant root systems.

Research interests include spatiotemporal regulation of cellular processes, cell-cell communication, and the genetic control of cell size and division frequency. Nolan employs advanced techniques such as single-cell genomics, spatial transcriptomics, and large-scale CRISPR screening to study these phenomena. His work bridges fundamental developmental biology with translational applications in engineering plant root structures.

No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided materials. The Nolan Lab is located in the Chen Neuroscience Research Building, and administrative support is provided by Ryan W. Hurley. Publications and further details can be accessed via his research website.