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“Suppression of MAPKAPK2 during mammalian hibernation” now in final formatted version

Chris' latest peer-reviewed publication, "Suppression of MAPKAPK2 during mammalian hibernation" is now in its corrected proof format, available on the Cryobiology website. The article is currently designated as "in press" and its final volume, issue, and page numbers will be determined on print. Find other peer-reviewed publications written by Chris here.

McCain Fellowship at Mount Allison University

Chris is ecstatic and deeply honoured to announce that he is the new Margaret and Wallace McCain Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Mount Allison University, which is located in Sackville, New Brunswick, Canada. The Margaret and Wallace McCain Postdoctoral Fellowship was created at Mount Allison in 1993. This endowment typically … Continue reading McCain Fellowship at Mount Allison University

Testimonials

“… but you don’t have to take MY word for it!”

While it is possible to prove one's skill by listing the number of peer-reviewed articles they have published, non-refereed articles they have written, or students they have taught, the undisputed best proof is to receive positive testimonials from past colleagues, students, mentees, and readers. Chris offers his most humble thanks to those who have lent … Continue reading “… but you don’t have to take MY word for it!”

Make Up Your Mind! When Phosphorylation Turns Enzymes “ON” or “OFF”

In his latest BenchFly article, Chris describes how protein phosphorylation differs from the simplistic textbook concepts that we're often taught. Thinking back to a 2nd year biochemistry course, we can recall examples of how phosphorylation might turn an enzyme on, or turn enzymes off. But what happens in instances where phosphorylation at one site might … Continue reading Make Up Your Mind! When Phosphorylation Turns Enzymes “ON” or “OFF”