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Francisca Lottersberger is an Associate Professor at Linköping University, specializing in the maintenance of genome integrity with a particular emphasis on the roles of chromatin mobility. Her research investigates how eukaryotic cells protect chromosome ends, known as telomeres, which are crucial for preventing tumorigenesis and ensuring organismal survival. A significant focus of her work involves understanding the processes by which cells detect and repair DNA double-strand breaks (DSBs), which, if left unrepaired, can lead to severe genetic disorders and contribute to cancer progression. Dr. Lottersberger employs advanced imaging techniques, including live-cell imaging and electron microscopy, to analyze genome stability at the molecular level. She has published extensively on the subject, with contributions to prominent journals detailing the mechanisms of DSB repair and the role of telomeres in genomic stability. Her teaching contributions include courses on Molecular Genetics and Cancer Biology, where she also mentors graduate students in Experimental Medical Biosciences. Dr. Lottersberger's academic journey began with a Master's degree followed by a Ph.D. from the University of Milano-Bicocca, Italy, and postdoctoral research at institutions including Rockefeller University.
Linköping University • Linköping, Sweden
Research on genome integrity and chromatin mobility.
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