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Steffen Graether is a Professor in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology at the University of Guelph. His research primarily focuses on the mechanisms of protein interactions and the role of proteins in protecting plants from abiotic stresses, such as cold and drought. He has a Bachelor of Science with Honours and a Ph.D. from Queen’s University, and completed his postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Alberta. Dr. Graether's laboratory investigates proteins known as dehydrins, which are believed to bind water and protect cellular membranes from drying, ultimately preventing protein denaturation. His work utilizes cutting-edge biophysical techniques, including nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), circular dichroism (CD), isothermal titration calorimetry (ITC), and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), to explore the dynamic structures of these proteins and understand their functions. He is also interested in antifreeze proteins found in various cold-environment organisms and aims to understand how these proteins bind to ligands and exhibit cryoprotective properties. In addition to his research endeavors, Graether is dedicated to educational research, focusing on teaching large classes effectively to enhance student engagement and retention.
Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).