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Available at Lab Led by Austrian Wolfgang Peti, Brown University bridges vol. 18, July 2008 / News from the Network  The Peti Laboratory at Brown University announces openings for highly motivated postdoctoral fellows. Our research program is unified by a common theme: using structural biology, biochemistry, and biophysics to transform our understanding of the molecular basis of cellular communication mediated by protein-protein interactions in eukaryotic and prokaryotic organisms. The rationale is obvious: Protein-protein interactions are the central biological language by which information is communicated throughout the body. When these interactions are disrupted, e.g., through genetic mutation or exposure to toxins, the result is disease and frequently death. In order to understand how distinct, tightly-regulated protein-protein complexes control processes as diverse as learning, drug addiction, and bacterial biofilm formation, we must understand how proteins interact at an atomic level.Applicants with a strong background in biochemical /biophysical /chemical techniques and certainly biomolecular structure determination are encouraged to apply. Prior experience with molecular biology, as well as protein expression and purification, is advantageous. The Peti laboratory is housed in a new 105,000 square foot research laboratory in Providence, Rhode Island. The laboratories are open-lab-space facilities and allow close interaction with adjunct structural biology and biology groups at Brown University. The Peti laboratory has major access to a 500 and 800 MHz NMR spectrometer (Bruker), all equipped with cryogenic probes. In addition, the Peti laboratory is equipped with modern protein production, purification, and biophysical analytical tools including SPR, ITC, DSC, CD, DLS, fluorescence and MS. Lastly, we use an in-house Rigaku/MSC Micromax-007 X-ray generator (copper anode) with an R-axis-IV++ detector and X-stream cryosystem and, importantly, have a modern nano-liter crystallization robot and imager. All instrumentation is less than four years old. Providence, RI, is pleasant place located between Boston (45 min.) and New York City (3 hours). Providence is still a rather affordable city, with outstanding cultural, medical, and educational institutions. Starting date, salary, and project details are negotiable. Access to the full article is free, but requires you to register. Registration is simple and quick – all we need is your name and a valid e-mail address. We appreciate your interest in bridges. |
