Fred Winston

Fred Winston

Fred Winston
Nationality	American
Alma mater	University of Chicago, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Known for	Research on chromatin and gene regulation
Scientific career
Fields	Genetics
Institutions	Harvard Medical School
Doctoral advisor	David 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

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

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

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.

See also

• Genetics
• Chromatin
• Gene regulation
• Harvard Medical School
• David Botstein

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