Singapore
We are recruiting PhD students and postdoctoral research fellows. Looking for individuals with a strong background in molecular biology or biochemistry and interest in epigenetics or developmental biology. Please PM if interested.
Department of Biological Sciences During development, cells need to know where to go and what to become. Genes need to turn on and off at the right time. This is important as de-repression of unwanted genes during embryogenesis can cause birth defects. Our lab focuses on epigenetic repression and regulation.
Human Genetics and Embryology Lab Rare genetic disorders provide an exclusive view on the genes and pathways that make us tick. I focus on diseases of embryonic origins and aim to understand the underlying causes and mechanisms of these diseases, to find possible treatments for patients and to gain a deeper understanding of embryonic development.
Biotech Connection Singapore (BCS) is part of an international network of non-profit organizations, that aims to promote the transfer of ideas from theory to real world applications by providing a platform for fostering interaction between academia, industry and businesses. As Events Lead, I organize events of interest to the life science community, to bring about interactions, connections and inspiration.
Advisor: Maria Barna Ribosomes have been thought to be constitutive monolithic machines that translate all mRNAs in the cell. Our lab has discovered that an unexpected role of ribosomal proteins in conferring specificity to the ribosome. Different ribosomal proteins are responsible for allowing the ribosome to select for different mRNA transcripts to translate. Using genetics and biochemistry, I uncovered the mechanism of this specificity and determined how it affects embryonic development.
As a scientist, I run Biology hands-on exhibits at the museum, develop new exhibits and answer questions on the "Ask A Geneticist" website.