Igor Vorechovsky

Igor Vorechovsky is a Professor at the University of Southampton, affiliated with the Department of Human Genetics and Genomic Medicine and the Institute for Life Sciences. His research focuses on RNA splicing mechanisms, genomic regulation, and the interplay between metal coordination and genetic expression. He has led projects funded by organizations such as the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, the European Union, and Blood Cancer UK, investigating topics like RNA folding dynamics, transposon activity, and cancer-associated mutations in RNA-binding proteins. His work bridges molecular biology, biochemistry, and evolutionary biology, with applications in understanding genetic disorders and disease mechanisms.

• Research Groups: Institute for Life Sciences, Human Genetics and Genomic Medicine, Institute of Developmental Sciences

Key research themes include exonic splicing codes, RNA-Guanine Quadruplex structures, and the evolution of genomic elements. Over 10 peer-reviewed articles since 2019 highlight his contributions to metallomics, cancer genetics, and evolutionary genomics. Collaborations with institutions like the University of Southampton’s Faculty of Medicine and international partners further underscore his interdisciplinary approach.