Dr. Teresa Rayon

Biography

Teresa Rayon conducts research at the University of Cambridge, focusing on the molecular and metabolic mechanisms that control biological timing, particularly in the context of development and homeostasis. Her lab aims to uncover the regulatory processes that dictate timing across different species and seeks to manipulate biological timing in a precise and tunable manner. Current research questions include the regulation of developmental timing and lifespan through molecular mechanisms, such as protein turnover, leveraging comparative models between humans and mice, including stem cell models and embryos. The lab employs a variety of quantitative techniques, including flow cytometry and imaging, alongside genetic and pharmacological manipulations to investigate these dynamics. The ultimate goal of her research is to identify physiological mechanisms that could modulate timing, with significant implications for fields such as human assisted reproduction, regenerative medicine, and aging, enabling faster generation of clinically relevant cell types and potential lifespan extension.

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