Appointments:
Assistant Professor (Tenure-track), Biochemistry
Affiliations:
Memorial University of Newfoundland
Research interests:
small RNAs, RBPs, gene silencing, mRNAs, retrotransposons, cell death, cell differentiation, human health and disease
Research Summary:
small RNAs in gene regulation and human health: The onset and progression of cancers involve deregulation of gene expression responsible for cell division and differentiation. I am interested in studying human genes that code for proteins and other biomolecules called small RNAs, which are critical for proper cellular growth. Improper small RNA function leads to the development of numerous cancer types in humans. Therefore, I investigate how the protein coding genes influence small RNA function in the development of tumorigenic properties of cells. I believe that the knowledge gained from the fundamental understanding of these processes will help devise new therapeutic strategies, and improving current drug regimen to overcome chemoresistance in cancer treatment
What brought you to your current institution?
I was recruited to Memorial University as an Assistant Professor in the field of Eukaryotic Gene Regulation in Human Health and Disease in the Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science
Hometown:
Kandukur, Andhra Pradesh, India
Why are you interested in your area of research?
I am intrigued by the molecular pathways that emanate from the genetic blueprint of an individual and how errors in the process affects one’s health
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