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Ximena Corso Díaz is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at Stanford University, focusing on the role of RNA-binding proteins (RBPs) and regulatory RNAs in retinal development and homeostasis. She aims to uncover how RBPs influence gene expression and RNA metabolism, particularly in the context of retinal diseases. Her research has identified specific interactions between RBPs and photoreceptor-specific transcription factors, such as NRL, which are crucial for retinal cell type development and function. Furthermore, she investigates the regulation of R-loops, which play significant roles in genome integrity and gene expression, in the retina. Dr. Corso Díaz also explores chromatin-associated regulatory RNAs and their impact on gene expression and chromatin structure throughout the lifespan of the retina.
Stanford University • Stanford, CA, USA
Teaching and conducting research in ophthalmology with a focus on RNA-binding proteins and their roles in retinal diseases.
The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.