Neil Brockdorff
British geneticist
Neil Brockdorff is a prominent British geneticist known for his pioneering research in the field of epigenetics, particularly in the study of X-chromosome inactivation. He is a professor at the University of Oxford and a fellow of the Royal Society.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Neil Brockdorff was born in the United Kingdom. He pursued his undergraduate studies in biochemistry at the University of Cambridge, where he developed a keen interest in genetic regulation. He continued his education at the University of Oxford, where he completed his PhD in molecular genetics.
Research and Career[edit | edit source]
Brockdorff's research has significantly advanced the understanding of X-chromosome inactivation, a process by which one of the two X chromosomes in female mammals is inactivated during early embryonic development. This process ensures dosage compensation between males and females.
X-Chromosome Inactivation[edit | edit source]
Brockdorff's work has focused on the role of the XIST gene, which is crucial for the initiation of X-chromosome inactivation. His research has elucidated the molecular mechanisms by which XIST RNA coats the X chromosome and recruits chromatin-modifying complexes to establish a repressive chromatin state.
Epigenetic Regulation[edit | edit source]
In addition to his work on X-chromosome inactivation, Brockdorff has contributed to the broader field of epigenetic regulation. His studies have explored how non-coding RNAs and histone modifications influence gene expression and cellular differentiation.
Awards and Honors[edit | edit source]
Neil Brockdorff has received numerous accolades for his contributions to genetics and epigenetics. He was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society in recognition of his groundbreaking research. His work continues to influence the field and inspire new generations of geneticists.
Current Work[edit | edit source]
Brockdorff is currently a professor at the University of Oxford, where he leads a research group focused on epigenetic mechanisms. His team employs cutting-edge techniques in molecular biology and genomics to further unravel the complexities of gene regulation.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates, categories Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
