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Heeseon An's lab focuses on the study of protein degradation mechanisms in health and disease utilizing an array of chemical, biological, and proteomic tools. The lab is particularly interested in developing innovative methodologies to advance the research field of protein degradation. Their research includes identifying protein degradation pathways that are altered in specific diseases with the intent to create small molecule probes that possess therapeutic potential. Additionally, Heeseon An's team examines the essential roles that ribosomal proteins play in ribosome homeostasis through the application of protein-degradation chemical proteomics tools. The approach to research is multidisciplinary and employs quantitative methods to address significant biological questions surrounding protein degradation.
Sloan Kettering Institute • New York, NY
Leads a research laboratory focused on protein degradation processes and their implications in health and disease.
The program is hosted by the Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences in partnership with the Sloan Kettering Institute. GRE scores are optional.