Developmental, Molecular & Chemical Biology

Understanding Disease Through Research

The Schwob lab attacks anosmia.

Learn more about Dr. Schwob's research.

Understanding Disease Through Research

The Schwob lab attacks anosmia.

Learn more about Dr. Schwob's research.

HPV diagram

The Munger lab works to unravel the mechanisms underlying HPV-associated cancers. Read a recent paper from the Munger lab.

ubiquitin diagram

The Raman lab studies regulation of ubiquitin pathways and their role in disease. Read a recent paper from the Raman lab.

platelet diagram

The Chishti Lab studies platelet regulation in hemostasis and thrombosis. Read a recent paper from the Chishti lab

working in the lab

Our Mission

The Department of Developmental, Molecular & Chemical Biology was formed on July 1, 2013, to integrate the traditional studies of developmental and molecular biology with the innovation of chemical biology to facilitate fundamental understanding of disease processes as well as the development of novel therapeutics. One area of focus is signal transduction mechanisms in development and disease, especially in cancer. Structural biology and structure-based drug development is a second area of strength.

Meet Our People

larry feig

Larry Feig, Professor

The Feig group focuses on the molecular mechanisms controlling the sex-dependent effects of stress across generations.

samantha moores

Samantha Moores

Samantha is a PhD student in the Genetics, Molecular & Cellular Biology program carrying out her thesis research in the Juo lab.

Committed to Training the Next Generation

Our department is the administrative home for the Genetics, Molecular & Cellular Biology program based at GSBS, Over 50 students are enrolled in this program and many are training in the labs of our department faculty. 

Our faculty also participate in the GSBS PhD programs in Immunology, Molecular Microbiology and Neuroscience and the MS programs in Pharmacology & Drug Development and Biomedical Research.

Postdoctoral training is also an important part of our commitment to preparing the next generation of scientists.

We are committed to providing excellent mentorship and a welcoming environment for all of our trainees. 

student talking with advisor

NMR Center

molecular structure

The NMR Center within DMCB provides instrumentation and support.

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