Dr. Fabien Pinaud

Associate Professor

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Biography

Fabien Pinaud is an Associate Professor at the University of Southern California Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences. His research involves utilizing various single molecule microscopy techniques to investigate how nanoscale cellular compartments modulate the diffusion and activity of proteins involved in normal and pathological cellular signaling responses. He develops ultra-sensitive imaging probes to quantitatively report on the influence of biomolecular interactions within living cells and animals, with a focus on potential applications in cancer diagnostics and therapeutics. His interdisciplinary research merges concepts from cell and molecular biology, biological chemistry, biophysics, and nanomaterial sciences. The Pinaud Lab aims to gain new insights into the molecular mechanisms that govern the relationships between nanostructures and protein function in the context of cellular decision-making.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Tenure Track Appointment in Biological Sciences & Chemistry.

Associate Professor / Joint Appointment Faculty

2012-06-01 — Present

USC Physics Astronomy Department • Los Angeles, CA

Visiting Temporary Appointment.

Member

— Present

USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center • Los Angeles, CA

Involved in cancer research.

Requirements for University of Southern California

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Physics or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Writing Sample (if requested)
Specialization Notes

GRE requirements vary; many Dornsife programs have made it optional.