Genetics, Cell Biology and Development
The Department of Genetics, Cell Biology and Development comprises faculty from both the Medical School and the College of Biological Sciences. Faculty members are engaged in research in three key disciplines of the department—genetics, cell biology, and developmental biology. Research topics in these key disciplines are listed below.
Genetics
Fundamental genetic mechanisms such as DNA and chromosome replication, DNA repair, recombination, and transposition; Gene expression and the many factors and circumstances that regulate it; Genomics--the analysis of whole genomes from both structural and functional viewpoints; Human genetics and genetic counseling.
Cell Biology
Interactions between cells, properties of cell membranes, molecular transport into and within cells, cell signaling processes; Control of the cell cycle, regulation of cell division; Cell structure and function, organelles, components of the cytoskeleton, cell motility.
Developmental Biology
Developmental mechanisms, specification of cell fates; Cellular differentiation, formation of tissues and organs.
A new BioMADE grant supports efforts to identify risks associated with the use of cell-free systems in biomanufacturing.
Aaron Engelhart receives a National Science Foundation CAREER Award in support of his work on nucleic acids.
New research shines light on genetic basis of human milk composition and how that influences infants.
Teaching Assistant Professor Emily Flynn shares the benefits of a joint-department teaching position.