Postdoctoral Researchers
Postdoctoral Researcher
314 935-6862
I am interested in understanding nitrogen and hydrogen metabolism in a group of unicellular cyanobacteria called Cyanothece. Members of this genus exhibit many interesting metabolic attributes like high rates of nitrogenase-mediated hydrogen production under aerobic conditions and possess pathways for fermentative and non-fermentative fuel production. My current research involves elucidating the metabolic capabilities of these organisms and identifying and modifying existing biochemical pathways for the production of fuel molecules and their precursors.
Postdoctoral Researcher
314 935-4964
I am interested in applying various computational and systems engineering concepts to understand complex biological systems. My research areas include analyzing high throughput biological data sets, identifying and modeling gene interactions, and characterizing metabolic networks.
During last two years, I also got involved in biological experiments including genetic modifications, biological assays, and cell growth. These experiments focus on developing cyanobacteria mutants for generation of bio-fuels.
Postdoctoral Researcher
314 935-8133
My research interests focus on understanding the structure-function relationships between cellular architecture and biological processes. Cyanobacteria are ideal model systems for this work because of their diverse metabolic lifestyles, which in some strains can include photosynthesis, nitrogen fixation, and hydrogen production, often coordinated with storage body accumulation and mobilization. My work uses a variety of experimental approaches, including biochemistry, molecular biology, and imaging methods including light and electron microscopy.
