Vanderbilt University

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.
RECENT LAB NEWS
* Vanderbilt features Jackson lab research
* Lauren will give a talk at Biophysical Society meeting (February 18) on endosomal coat protein assembly
* Congratulations to Mintu & Amy! Their paper is published at Science Advances.
* Welcome to our new graduate rotation students, Ellie & Raquel!
* Vanderbilt's Beckman Scholars Program has been successfully renewed (Dec 2024)

Jackson lab philosophy & expectations

Research

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

Team

Learn about the lab, projects, and folks who do the work here.
(Photo: Jackson lab pH strip,
Halloween, fall 2024)

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We are always looking for talented and motivated graduate students, postdocs, and undergraduates. Get in touch here.
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