Professor Dr. Amanda Hargrove

Biography

Amanda Hargrove is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Toronto. Her research focuses on Biological Chemistry and Organic Chemistry, particularly in the areas of Chemical Biology, Medicinal Chemistry, and Molecular Recognition. The Hargrove lab investigates the structure and function of long noncoding RNAs (lncRNAs) and their therapeutic potentials. The lab aims to design small organic molecules that can target specific RNA structures and have implications in cancer biology and virology. Recent discoveries from the lab include the design principles for RNA-targeting small molecules and the development of novel antiviral agents. Hargrove's work represents a significant contribution to the emerging field that seeks to understand the roles of lncRNAs in various diseases, including cancer and viral infections.

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