Project Overview
Using an expanded genetic code to study cellular stress responses
Department(s)
Chemistry
Abstract
This project utilizes chemical tools in order to study how biological systems respond to various forms of cellular stress. We are interested in understanding how post-translational modifications influence the activity of stress response proteins. We can specifically use a chemical approach called
genetic code expansion to produce modified versions of cellular stress-response proteins. Once we have expressed these proteins, we then study how they function and what influence the modification has on stress-response functions.
Student Qualifications
Chem 102 or Chem 111 Required
Preference for students majoring in or planning to major in Biochemistry
Project Length
9 weeks
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