معرفی
Jae Hur is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, California. His academic journey includes a B.A. in Biology from the California Institute of Technology, a Ph.D. in Biology from Harvard University, postdoctoral training at Harvard and UCLA, and prior service as a Visiting Assistant Professor at Harvey Mudd College.
Research Focus: Dr. Hur investigates the molecular mechanisms of aging and longevity using Drosophila melanogaster. His work integrates genetics, biochemistry, and molecular biology to explore mitochondrial dysfunction, proteostasis, stem cell dynamics, and genetic interventions affecting lifespan. Key research themes include:
- Mitochondrial biology in aging (Complex I/V, oxidative stress)
- Proteasome regulation and proteostasis
- PGC-1 homologs in tissue homeostasis
- Evolutionary studies of bdelloid rotifers
Publication Analysis: His recent articles (2019–2021) emphasize experimental interventions in aging (e.g., proteasome overexpression), while earlier work (2009–2016) includes foundational studies on mitochondrial genetics and evolutionary biology. Thematically, 80% focus on aging/longevity mechanisms, 13% on evolutionary genomics, and 7% on biology education.
Teaching: He instructs courses spanning foundational to specialized topics, including:
- Bio 52: Introduction to Biology
- Core Lab 57: Synthetic Biology
- Bio 111: Molecular Biology Lab
- Bio 186: Molecular Biology of Aging Seminar
No awards, grants, or student advisees are documented in the provided materials.
