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Alfred H. Merrill is an Emeritus Professor at Georgia Institute of Technology, where he has focused his research on sphingolipids, a category of lipids essential for cell structure and signaling. His career has involved extensive studies on sphingolipids and their roles in cell-cell communication. He has worked on projects investigating the active agent in the venom of the brown recluse spider, sphingomyelinase D, and its production of novel products such as ceramide 1,3-cyclic phosphate. His research is aimed at understanding the activity of these compounds in spiders, bacteria, and fungi, with the hope of discovering ways to mitigate injuries resulting from encounters with such enzymes in humans. Merrill's work has significant implications for understanding lipid metabolism and its effects on cellular functions.
Department of Computer Science: GRE scores are optional for Fall 2026.