Cellular and Molecular Biology
I am fascinated as to how cells and organelles communicate with
each other in order to function in homeostasis and coordinate functions
during growth and development. I am also interested in the use of
cellular and molecular techniques in biotechnology. In the past
I have discovered new cardiostimulants in sea anemones, studied
the effects of nutrition on cell signaling systems in sheep skin
and found novel proteins that may be regulating steroid hormone
production and development in the human placenta. At present I am
working on determining how protein kinase anchoring proteins (AKAPs)
and G proteins modulate mitochondrial physiology and I am collaborating
on a project to identify allergens in fungi.
Educational Research
I am keen to continue research aimed at increasing the depth of
learning through techniques such as motivation and the use of multimedia.
I am also interested in the effects of curriculum development in
competency and capability based education.
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