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David Hiller is a Researcher in the Department of Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry at Yale University, affiliated with the Yale School of Medicine. His research focuses on RNA mechanisms, particularly riboswitches and their roles in gene regulation. He earned a BS from the California Institute of Technology (2000) and a PhD from the University of California, Santa Barbara (2005). His work spans over 15 peer-reviewed publications since 2011, investigating topics such as riboswitch function, RNA structure, and molecular mechanisms in bacteria and plants.
Key research interests include understanding how bacteria sense intracellular molecules via RNA-based sensors, the structural and functional dynamics of riboswitch aptamers, and the biochemical mechanisms of enzymatic catalysis. His studies also address the impact of environmental factors like fluoride on plant physiology and the application of fungal metabolites in biotechnology.
Publications highlight advancements in riboswitch regulation, ligand specificity, and corrections to earlier findings, demonstrating rigorous exploration of RNA's role in cellular processes. No scientific awards are listed, and mentoring details are not provided. His contributions remain integral to the Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry community at Yale.
