Molecular, Cell & Developmental Biology
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Microscope expert develops powerful new tools for biologists
With Sara Abrahamsson’s arrival in the Baskin School of Engineering, UC Santa Cruz is becoming a hotbed of advanced microscopy and microscope development.
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Explore the “superbloom” in Santa Cruz County
A new Field Guide to Plants of UC Santa Cruz makes exploring the landscapes of the campus—and the county—fun and rewarding.
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Biologist Olena Vaske wins major grant from American Association for Cancer Research
The 2019 AACR NextGen Grant for Transformative Cancer Research will support Vaske’s research on pediatric cancer genomics.
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Biologist Joshua Arribere wins prestigious Searle Scholars grant
Funding from the Searle Scholars Program will support Arribere’s research on cellular quality control mechanisms that catch mistakes in gene expression.
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New study shows effects on offspring of epigenetic inheritance via sperm
In experiments with worms, researchers showed that epigenetic marks on sperm chromosomes affect gene expression and development in offspring.
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Biologist Olena Morozova Vaske appointed to endowed chair in pediatric genomics
At an investiture ceremony, Vaske was honored as the inaugural holder of the Colligan Presidential Chair in Pediatric Genomics.
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Biologist Jeremy Sanford awarded prestigious $1.85 million grant from NIH
MIRA grant funds Sanford to extend his studies of the mechanisms of RNA processing and RNA-binding proteins, which are involved in inherited diseases and cancer.
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In Memoriam: Frank Talamantes (1943–2018)
Frank Talamantes, professor emeritus of molecular, cell, and developmental biology at UC Santa Cruz, died October 8 in El Paso, Texas. He was 75.
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Long noncoding RNA identified as a key regulator of inflammation
New findings add to growing evidence that previously dismissed “junk DNA” actually produces RNA molecules with important regulatory functions.
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Molecular guardians monitor chromosomes during cell division
Cell biologist Needhi Bhalla investigates the intricate choreography of cell division and the chromosomal surveillance apparatus that guards against disaster.
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Harry Noller to receive Biophysical Society’s 2019 Ignacio Tinoco Award
Molecular biologist Harry Noller has been chosen by the Biophysical Society (BPS) to receive its 2019 Ignacio Tinoco Award.
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Basic research in fruit flies leads to potential drug for diseases afflicting millions
A promising drug to treat river blindness and other neglected tropical diseases caused by filarial worms is now in preclinical development.