Renaud Geslain

Renaud Geslain is an Associate Professor at the College of Charleston conducting molecular and cellular biology research focused on RNA-protein interactions and translational machinery within the Rita Hollings Science Center.

His academic credentials include:

• Ph.D. from The University of Strasbourg, France
• B.S. from The University of Strasbourg, France

Dr. Geslain's research centers on RNA-protein interactions and the cellular machinery for protein synthesis, utilizing molecular biology, cell culture, RNA microarray, genetics, and drug design. His work bridges fundamental biological mechanisms with therapeutic applications, particularly in disease contexts requiring precise RNA regulation.

Publication analysis reveals dominant themes in tRNA biology across malaria therapeutics and cancer progression, with technological innovations like the SPOt microarray platform enabling new insights into RNA modifications and disease mechanisms.

His scholarly recognition includes:

• CAPP Faculty Fellow

Dr. Geslain teaches core courses including Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology (BIOL 111), Molecular Biology (BIOL 312), and Nucleic Acids in Research (CHEM 483) while maintaining active laboratory operations (Lab 135) focused on translational RNA research and student mentorship.