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David Burgess is a Professor in the Biology Department at Boston College. His research focuses on cell biology, specifically the mechanisms driving cytokinesis, cytoskeletal polarization, and microtubule aster dynamics in dividing cells. He collaborates with researchers at the Marine Biological Laboratory during summer months, integrating advanced imaging and reverse genetics techniques.
Education: Ph.D. in Biology from the University of California at Davis. Research Interests: Cytokinesis regulation, microtubule aster positioning, and the role of cytoskeletal motors in cellular processes. His work employs echinoderm and ascidian eggs as model systems to study fertilization and embryonic development.
Recent publications emphasize mechanisms of pronuclear positioning, microtubule-based transport, and the influence of cell geometry on division plane positioning. Collaborations include mathematical modelers and imaging specialists, advancing understanding of spindle positioning and asymmetric cell division.
Grants and funding: Involved in NIH-funded programs supporting collaborative research (e.g., T36 GM008622, R25 GM083270). Lab affiliations include partnerships at the Marine Biological Laboratory for summer research activities.
