PhD

In vivo and in vitro studies of the regulation of bacterial chromosome compaction

[19-11-2010]

Research in the Meyer lab focuses on understanding and harnessing the complex cellular responses to damaging environmental agents that allow organisms to maintain biological integrity. One primary target of study is Dps, a conserved bacterial enzyme that condenses and protects the chromosome to provide resistance to a broad range of cellular stresses. This project will utilize genetic, biochemical, and biophysical approaches to characterize the powerful protective actions of Dps and develop tools to manipulate it.

Positions are available for candidates with a background in microbiology, biochemistry, biophysics, or related fields and with enthusiasm for multidisciplinary approaches to understanding biological phenomena. For more information please contact Anne Meyer (anne.meyer [at] gmail [dot] com).

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