Professor Dr. Kenichi Yokoyama
Associate Professor
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Biography
Kenichi Yokoyama is an Associate Professor in the Departments of Biochemistry, Cell Biology, and Chemistry at Duke University. His research focuses on the biosynthesis mechanisms of naturally occurring bioactive molecules, including antifungals and antibiotics. He studies biosynthetic enzymes in bacterial and fungal producers of bioactive metabolites and applies this knowledge to discover novel bioactive natural products. His work aims to understand the mechanisms of action and the development of applications in research and medicine. Kenichi has an impressive educational background, having obtained his Ph.D. from the Tokyo Institute of Technology in Japan in 2008. His research grants include significant funding from the National Institutes of Health for various programs focusing on pharmacological sciences and molecular mycology.
Research Interests
Experience
Associate Professor
— PresentDuke University • Durham, NC
Oversees advanced research and education in biochemistry and related fields.
Assistant Professor
— PresentDuke University • Durham, NC
Engaged in teaching and research in biochemistry and chemistry.
Courses
Requirements for Duke University
Master Program
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Specialization Notes
Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)