Benjamin Carone

Benjamin Carone is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biological & Biomedical Sciences at Rowan University's College of Science & Mathematics. His research spans epigenetics, genomics, and histone modifications, utilizing CRISPR technology and genomic approaches to study gene expression and transgenerational inheritance.

• BS in Molecular & Cellular Biology and Philosophy from University of Connecticut
• PhD in Genetics and Genomics from University of Connecticut
• Postdoctoral work in Transgenerational Inheritance/Epienetics at University of Massachusetts Medical School
• Visiting Assistant Professor position in Histone Modifications at Williams College

Carone's research focuses on epigenetics, particularly the molecular mechanisms underlying transgenerational inheritance. His lab investigates histone modifications in S. cerevisiae, chromatin organization in germ cells, and the role of CTCF in genome-wide transcriptional patterns. Key techniques include CRISPR fusion proteins, qRT-PCR, and bioinformatics.

Recent publications highlight his work in chromatin interactions, antimicrobial interactions, and epigenetic responses to stress. His expertise bridges genetics, molecular biology, and computational analysis.

• American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
• Genetics Society of America
• Sigma Xi

His lab explores chromatin dynamics in yeast and mammalian germ cells, aiming to decode epigenetic regulation in gene expression and inheritance.