Fred Winston

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Fred Winston
Fred Winston
NationalityAmerican
Alma materUniversity of Chicago, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Known forResearch on chromatin and gene regulation
Scientific career
FieldsGenetics
InstitutionsHarvard Medical School
Doctoral advisorDavid Botstein


Fred Winston is an American geneticist known for his research on chromatin structure and gene regulation. He is a professor at Harvard Medical School in the Department of Genetics.

Education[edit | edit source]

Fred Winston received his undergraduate degree from the University of Chicago. He then pursued his Ph.D. at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where he conducted research under the supervision of David Botstein.

Research and Career[edit | edit source]

Winston's research focuses on the mechanisms of chromatin structure and its role in gene regulation. His work has significantly contributed to the understanding of how chromatin modifications affect transcription and gene expression.

After completing his Ph.D., Winston joined the faculty at Harvard Medical School, where he has continued his research and teaching. He has published numerous papers on the topic of chromatin and gene regulation, and his work is widely cited in the field of genetics.

Awards and Honors[edit | edit source]

Throughout his career, Fred Winston has received several awards and honors for his contributions to the field of genetics. His research has been recognized by various scientific organizations, and he is considered a leading expert in his area of study.

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