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Rama Ranganathan is the Joseph Regenstein Professor in the Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago. His research focuses on the intersection of biochemistry and molecular biology, emphasizing the design principles that underlie the structure and function of biological systems. His laboratory seeks to understand how evolution has produced complex systems that display remarkable structural and functional properties, often exceeding those of man-made systems. Notably, he studies how protein molecules can spontaneously fold into precise structures that facilitate specific biochemical reactions and regulatory processes. His work encompasses both experimental and theoretical approaches, with particular attention to the limits and capacities of biological systems as they adapt to varying environmental conditions. Ranganathan's scholarly contributions include significant investigations into protein dynamics and synthetic biology, with a publication history that showcases his innovative use of deep learning and computational modeling in protein design.
University of Chicago • Chicago, IL
Leading research on biochemistry and molecular biology, focusing on evolutionary processes and protein structure.
Department of Philosophy