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“Silencing” bacteria may give scientists an antibiotic-free route to controlling infections and balancing the microbiome.
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The department of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Biophysics is committed to understanding the molecular mechanisms of metabolic diseases and cancer; developing novel strategies in biocatalysis and biotechnology; and advancing knowledge through structural biology and molecular biophysics. Please enjoy a collection of news, features and opportunities for and about BMBB.
Seeking a Clearer Picture of an Elusive Enzyme
A new technology offers researchers the chance to decode the structural makeup of methane’s conversion to methanol.
Jason Jones (pictured left) and Dr. Rahul Banerjee (pictured right) at the Stanford Linear Accelerator Center
A path less taken
Claudia Schmidt-Dannert receives major research funding from Open Philanthropy Project.
Course Announcement: Structural Biology in Biomedical Research
CMB 5340: Structural Biology in Biomedical Research
Brown rot, green energy
Researchers are tracking down the genetic roots of a process that could lead to more efficient production of biomass fuels.
Building Classroom Confidence
New study looks at ways to improve student success for non-native English speakers.
For students whose first language is not English, understanding some of the complexities of subject matter in college courses can be challenging. But a recent study points to a few key ways instructors can help build confidence for Asian English language learners.
Biomed Virtual Grad School Fair
Chen Receives NSF Early-Career Award
BMBB faculty member uses innovative approach to proteomics to study cellular signaling pathway.
Yue Chen, an assistant professor in the Department of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Development, received an
Meet Michael Lopresti
Graduate Program: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Biophysics
Faculty advisor: Doug Mashek
Where did you get your undergraduate degree?
University of Maryland - Baltimore County
What does your research focus on?
Autophagic breakdown of lipid droplets and general lipid metabolism
Meet Amber St. Martin
Graduate Program: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Biophysics
Faculty advisor: Reuben Harris
Where did you get your undergraduate degree and what was your major?
St. Thomas University, Biochemistry
What does your research focus on?
Genome engineering
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