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Joseph Piccirilli is currently a Professor at the University of Chicago, specializing in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. His research interests focus on the structure and function of non-coding RNAs and their catalytic mechanisms. He has received multiple NIH grants, including R35GM149336 to investigate non-coding RNA structures and functions, and has led significant studies on ribozymes and their evolutionary development. His extensive research portfolio includes projects funded through the T32 and R01 programs, underscoring his commitment to advancing understanding in RNA biology and catalysis. He has been actively involved in training predoctoral students, fostering new generations of researchers in chemistry and biology. Through his publications and collaborations, Piccirilli has contributed to elucidating complex RNA structures, mechanisms of RNA splicing, and the role of ribozymes in biochemical processes. He remains at the forefront of research in the biochemical sciences, aiming to uncover the intricacies of RNA function and its applications in molecular biology and medicine.
Department of Philosophy