Dr. Ben Luisi

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Biography

Ben Luisi is a professor in the Department of Biochemistry at the University of Cambridge, focusing on riboregulation and the transport mechanisms involved in gene expression. His research aims to elucidate the complex multi-component assemblies that regulate messenger RNA (mRNA) fate through post-transcriptional mechanisms. Luisi's work includes the structural and biochemical studies of interactions between specific transcripts and non-coding regulatory RNAs, providing vital insights into targeted gene silencing. He has investigated transport proteins and their role in bacterial virulence and drug resistance. Using techniques like X-ray diffraction and cryo-electron microscopy, Luisi visualizes these assemblies at an atomic level, enhancing our understanding of molecular interactions. His research objectives include identifying RNA's function in controlling gene expression and understanding how transport assemblies operate in a coordinated manner.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

University of Cambridge • Cambridge, ENG

Leading research in the Department of Biochemistry, focusing on riboregulation and multi-component assemblies related to gene expression.

Requirements for University of Cambridge

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
Application Checklist
  • Two academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Personal statement (approx 500 words)
  • Research proposal (1-2 pages/500 words)
  • Application fee (£50)
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.