Benjamin Foster

Benjamin Foster is a Researcher in the Division of Cancer Sciences at the University of Manchester, affiliated with the Genome Stability Lab. He holds a PhD in Biochemistry from Imperial College London and advanced degrees in Natural Sciences from the University of Cambridge. His research focuses on ubiquitin and ubiquitin-like signaling in chromatin processes, particularly their role in DNA repair and genome stability. He has conducted postdoctoral work at the University of Oxford and the Helmholtz Zentrum Munich, investigating deubiquitylases (DUBs) and epigenetic mechanisms. Current projects explore intrinsically disordered regions (IDRs) in ubiquitin signaling. He contributes to professional societies like the Biochemical Society, serving on grants committees and early-career advisory panels. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and innovation.

Education:

• PhD Biochemistry, Imperial College London (2017)
• MSci Natural Sciences (Biochemistry), University of Cambridge (2013)
• BA Natural Sciences, University of Cambridge (2012)

Research Interests:

Dr. Foster’s expertise spans molecular biology, protein biochemistry, and epigenetics. His work uses biochemical systems to study pathological mutations and their effects on DNA repair pathways. Key areas include ubiquitin signaling in genome stability, post-translational modifications, and the role of IDRs in protein interactions. Techniques employed include purified protein reagents, structural biology, and photo-crosslinking methods.

Grants & Advisory Roles:

• Grants Committee Member, Biochemical Society (2024–present)
• Early Career Advisory Panel, Biochemical Society (2021–present)

His research has been published in journals such as Molecular Cell and The Biochemical Journal, with a focus on mechanisms underlying genome instability and cancer therapy strategies.