Structure and mechanism in membrane trafficking

All eukaryotic cells must solve a logistical challenge by moving transmembrane proteins and lipids between different membrane-bound organelles, much like Fedex moves packages between different hubs. We investigate these fundamental biological processes, broadly referred to as membrane trafficking pathways. Using a range of techniques in the modern life sciences, we explore how cells initiate and regulate these pathways that are so critical to human health and disease. We aim to identify unknown components and to characterize the molecular mechanisms of ill-defined pathways. Furthermore, we hope to provide insight into human diseases, including neurological disorders and cancers, that are caused by mutations in or loss of vital trafficking proteins.
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RECENT LAB NEWS
* Welcome students! Rotation projects available for 2022-23.
* Lauren officially promoted to Associate Professor with tenure
* Cameron joins the lab!
* Check us out! Jackson lab featured on NIH NIGMS blog

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Research

Learn more about our research on vesicle coat proteins and  membrane trafficking pathways at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN.

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