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Nils G. Walter is the Francis S. Collins Collegiate Professor at the University of Michigan Medical School, where he directs the RNA Single Molecule Analysis Group. His research focuses on understanding RNA biology and DNA nanotechnology through an interdisciplinary approach that combines methods from biological chemistry, analytical chemistry, and biophysics. His lab seeks to leverage these novel approaches to reveal the intricacies of RNA's role in cellular functions and gene expression regulation. Nils Walter has mentored numerous students and postdoctoral fellows in his lab and has fostered an environment of inclusivity and collaboration. He is committed to making single-molecule RNA techniques broadly accessible and is involved with the University of Michigan’s Single Molecule Analysis Real Time (SMART) Center, supporting cross-disciplinary research in RNA biomedicine. Walter's education includes a Doctorate in Engineering from TU Darmstadt and postdoctoral training in microbiology and molecular genetics at the University of Vermont. He has also been involved in entrepreneurship through the establishment of a biotech startup focusing on molecular diagnostics and biomarkers for diseases, showcasing his innovative spirit in combining science and practical applications.
University of Michigan Medical School • Ann Arbor, Michigan
Francis S. Collins Collegiate Professor in the Departments of Chemistry, Biophysics, and Biological Chemistry.
Admission for Biological Chemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Human Genetics, Microbiology and Immunology, Pharmacology, Molecular and Integrative Physiology, Cancer Biology, and Neuroscience is primary handled through the PIBS (Program in Biomedical Sciences) gateway.