Keith Yamamoto

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Keith Yamamoto
NationalityAmerican
Alma materIowa State University, Princeton University
Known forResearch on glucocorticoid receptors
Scientific career
FieldsMolecular biology
InstitutionsUniversity of California, San Francisco



Keith Yamamoto is an American molecular biologist known for his research on glucocorticoid receptors. He is a prominent figure in the field of gene regulation and signal transduction.

Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]

Keith Yamamoto was born in City, State. He completed his undergraduate studies at Iowa State University, where he earned a degree in Biochemistry. He then pursued his Ph.D. in Biochemical Sciences at Princeton University.

Career[edit | edit source]

Yamamoto began his academic career at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), where he has held various positions, including Professor of Cellular and Molecular Pharmacology. His research has primarily focused on the mechanisms of glucocorticoid receptor action and their role in gene expression.

Research[edit | edit source]

Yamamoto's research has significantly contributed to the understanding of glucocorticoid receptors, which are critical for the regulation of immune responses, metabolism, and stress responses. His work has elucidated how these receptors interact with DNA and other proteins to regulate gene expression.

Awards and Honors[edit | edit source]

Throughout his career, Yamamoto has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to molecular biology. He is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the National Academy of Sciences and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.

Personal Life[edit | edit source]

Keith Yamamoto resides in City, State, with his family. He continues to be actively involved in research and education at UCSF.

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