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Carolyn Phillips is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at USC Dornsife. She received her Ph.D. in Molecular Cell Biology from the University of California–Berkeley in 2007 and her B.S. in Biological Sciences from the University of California–Davis in 2001. Phillips's research focuses on small RNA pathways and their roles in protecting the genome from foreign RNAs and viruses, along with regulating endogenous RNAs. Her work employs genetics, cell biology, and biochemistry to understand RNA silencing pathways and their impact on gene expression and genomic integrity. Notably, her lab has identified a group of genes responsible for RNA interference and transposon silencing in C. elegans, contributing to essential insights about gene mutations leading to fertility issues and cancer. Phillips has contributed significantly to the field through multiple publications, including research on small RNA dynamics in germ cells, epigenetic inheritance, and gene regulation. Her work also covers important implications for understanding RNA pathways' roles in various human diseases, including cancer and genetic disorders.
University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA
Teaching and conducting research in the field of Molecular Cell Biology with a focus on RNA biology.
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