Professor Dr. Susan Forsburg

Biography

Professor Susan Forsburg specializes in cancer biology, particularly studying chromosome dynamics and genome stability using the fission yeast Schizosaccharomyces pombe as a model system. She focuses on DNA replication stress responses and the mechanics of chromosome duplication, integral to human health and cancer research. Forsburg's work explores how defects in genome integrity can lead to diseases, including various cancers and birth defects. Her advanced methodologies include high-throughput imaging and live-cell analysis to observe the behavior of chromosomes during replication, seeking insights into fundamental processes like cellular differentiation and DNA repair mechanisms. With a robust publication record and numerous accolades, Forsburg is recognized as a leader in her field, contributing over two decades of research enhancing the understanding of molecular biology and genetics.

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