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William M. (Bil) Clemons, Jr. is an Assistant Professor of Biochemistry at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) where he has been a faculty member since 2007. His research focuses on understanding the molecular details of life with a primary emphasis on structural biology. His work involves topics such as membrane protein structure and protein synthesis translocation, utilizing techniques like X-ray crystallography to explore these complex biological processes. Clemons has been instrumental in researching mechanisms related to protein transport across membranes and the post-translational modification of proteins, specifically protein glycosylation. He teaches various courses including Introduction to Biochemistry and Advanced Topics in Biochemistry and Biophysics, where he introduces students to the structural basis of life processes and the modern biophysical methods available for studying macromolecules at atomic and cellular levels.
California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA
Teaching and research position focusing on structural biology and related fields.
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