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Radhika Subramanian is an Associate Professor in the Department of Molecular Biology at Harvard Medical School. Her research focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying the organization of microtubules during cellular processes such as cell division and migration. Subramanian's work is particularly centered on investigating the assembly and function of spindle midzone structures, which play a critical role in the proper segregation of chromosomes during anaphase. Utilizing a range of experimental tools including X-ray crystallography and single-molecule visualization techniques, she aims to elucidate the intricate interactions and dynamics of proteins involved in microtubule assembly. Through her reductionist approach, she aspires to build minimal functional units of cellular structures to investigate the collective activities of midzone proteins. Her research contributes significantly to the field of cell biology by bridging gaps in our understanding of microtubule organization and its implications in eukaryotic cell functions.
Harvard Medical School • Boston, MA
Teaching and conducting research in molecular biology, focusing on microtubule organization and cell division.
Administered by the Division of Medical Sciences (DMS). GRE is not required and will not be considered for BBS, Immunology, and Neuroscience.