Title: “Development of nanomaterials for mRNA therapeutics, genome editing, and cell therapy” Dr. Yizhou Dong, Division of Pharmaceutics and Pharmacology, College of Pharmacy, The Ohio State University Abstract: Messenger RNA (mRNA) has shown great promise for broad therapeutic applications. However, the efficient and safe delivery of mRNA remains a key challenge for the clinical use […] Read More
Title: “Unraveling translation dynamics and ribosome structural heterogeneity across scales and species” Dr. Khanh Dao Duc, Department of Mathematics, University of British Columbia. Abstract: The translation of mRNA into protein is a fundamental biological process, regulated by the flow of ribosomes and many biophysical mechanisms that can locally modulate its dynamics. In the first part […] Read More
“Biochemical Analysis of ABCA4 Mutations Responsible for Stargardt Disease”, by Fabian Garces, Doctoral Candidate, Molday Lab Virtual Exam, closed to examining committee only: Thursday, December, 10 at 10:00 am. Read More
“The evolution of xenobiotic pesticide-degrading enzymes in the metallo-β-lactamase superfamily” by Gloria Yang, Dr. Tokuriki Lab, University of British Columbia. Abstract: New protein functions often evolve through the recruitment and optimization of latent promiscuous activities. How do mutations alter the molecular architecture to change function? The overarching goal of my thesis is to provide answers to […] Read More
Fall graduation 2020 for UBC, Vancouver will be a virtual ceremony. Pre-show celebration begins at 2:30 pm. Ceremony begins at 3:00 pm. Congratulations to our students!!! Grad students obtaining their degrees this fall: Linda Dumalo, MSc Jasmine Li-Brubacher, MSc John Andrew Alexander, PhD Brian James Caffrey, PhD Nathanael Caveney, PhD Chloe Gerak, PhD Kathleen Kolehmainen, […] Read More
The Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology proudly presents the 2020 Astell Award Laureates for their contributions in Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Read More
