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Dr. Andrew Bendall is an Associate Professor in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology at the University of Guelph. His research focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms of animal development, particularly the role of homeobox genes like the Dlx family during vertebrate embryogenesis. He uses chicken and mouse models to investigate transcriptional control, cell differentiation, and tissue patterning. His work emphasizes functional redundancy, protein specificity, and evolutionary aspects of developmental biology.
Education:
- B.Sc. (Biology) from Australian National University
- Ph.D. in Molecular Biology from Macquarie University (Sydney)
Research Interests:
Dr. Bendall's lab explores the Dlx gene family's role in chondrocyte differentiation, craniofacial patterning, and transcriptional regulation. They combine in vivo strategies like retroviral transgenesis in chicken embryos with in vitro studies to dissect biochemical mechanisms. Current projects include studying Dlx-mediated cell cycle control and identifying novel co-factors.
Teaching & Mentoring:
He teaches Molecular Genetics and Developmental Biology courses, supervises undergraduate projects, and mentors graduate students like Afshan Sohail. His teaching emphasizes bridging molecular concepts with organismal development.
Labs/Teams:
His lab uses the chicken embryo as a key model system, leveraging its experimental accessibility for manipulating gene activity and embryonic tissues.
