Sean Brady

Sean Brady is a faculty member at Rockefeller University, where he leads the Laboratory of Genetically Encoded Small Molecules. His research spans diverse areas of chemical biology and microbiology, focusing on the discovery and characterization of bioactive small molecules.

• Education: PhD (2001) from Cornell University, BA (1993) from Pomona College

Dr. Brady's work centers on genetically encoded small molecules, particularly from microbial sources, with applications in cancer, antibiotics, and biotechnology. His lab explores natural product biosynthesis, macromolecular structure, enzymology, and NMR spectroscopy, while leveraging metagenomics for discovery.

Key contributions include advancing therapeutic development through small molecule characterization and fostering interdisciplinary research at the intersection of chemistry and biology.

• Scientific Awards: HHMI Early Career Scientist

At Rockefeller, he investigates novel biosynthetic pathways in uncultured and pathogenic bacteria, bridging fundamental biochemical mechanisms with translational applications.