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George Chalepakis is a Professor in the Biology Department at the University of Crete and researcher at the Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IMBB-FORTH). His research investigates molecular mechanisms underlying embryonic development, with particular focus on Fras1/Frem protein complexes and their role in basement membrane formation.
Key contributions include identifying Fras1 gene mutations linked to Fraser syndrome in humans and characterizing protein interactions within embryonic extracellular matrices. Research employs mouse models to study developmental defects resulting from genetic disruptions.
Laboratory investigations center on composition and assembly of extracellular matrix components that mediate epithelial-mesenchymal interactions during mammalian development.
