Dr. Xiangshu Jin

Biography

Xiangshu Jin is a professor at Michigan State University specializing in Biological Physical Chemistry and Structural Biology. His research laboratory focuses on understanding the molecular underpinnings of biological systems through a multidisciplinary approach combining structural biology techniques such as X-ray crystallography and electron microscopy with biochemistry, biophysics, and computational methods. Current efforts are directed towards investigating mechanisms involved in cell-cell communication and the formation of multicellular structures, which are crucial for specific biological functions. Key research areas include the molecular basis of planar polarity, mechanisms that regulate autophagy, and molecular interactions that govern necrotic cell death. His work aims to elucidate the complex signaling networks that enable cells to communicate effectively and how disruptions in these processes can lead to diseases such as cancer and neurodegenerative disorders.

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