Scientific Interest
I am interested in how the cell post-transcriptionally modifies its protein expression profile in order to adapt to stress. This includes the selective translation of mRNAs encoding stress-response proteins as well as changes in mRNA degradation dynamics.
Current Research Interests
I am currently investigating how the truncated mRNA of BiP1, an ER-chaperone protein, is stabilized after loss of its polyA tail during ER stress in S. pombe.
Education
| 2008-2012 | B.S. Biochemistry & Biophysics – Oregon State University, USA |
| 2012-Present | Ph.D Biochemistry & Cell Biology – University of California, San Francisco, USA |