معرفی
Adam C. Martin is a Professor of Biology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and serves as Co-Undergraduate Officer. His research focuses on molecular mechanisms underlying tissue form and function, particularly in embryonic development using Drosophila melanogaster and mouse models to study tissue morphogenesis and mechanical forces. He leads the Martin Lab, which investigates how cells and tissues change shape through biophysical processes like actomyosin patterning and Rho signaling.
Education:
- PhD in Biology, 2006, University of California, Berkeley
- BS in Biology and Genetics, 2000, Cornell University
Research Interests: Dr. Martin explores tissue integrity, epithelial-to-mesenchymal transitions, and the role of mechanical forces in sculpting tissues. His lab uses live imaging and quantitative analysis to study morphogenetic processes in fruit flies and mammals, uncovering how biochemical signals and mechanical cues coordinate tissue movements.
Recent Work: Recent studies include modeling neural tube closure in mice, EGFR-dependent actomyosin coordination, and Rho pathway dynamics in Drosophila. The lab also engages in collaborative projects like the International Conference on Neural Tube Defects.
Lab & Team: The Martin Lab includes researchers such as Dr. Jackson, Anthony McDougal, and Juana De la O, focusing on butterfly wing scale formation, neural tube defects, and cell division dynamics. The lab emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to understand how mechanical forces shape development.
