James W Murphy

James W Murphy is a Research Scientist in Pharmacology at Yale School of Medicine, part of Yale University. He holds a PhD and MS in Pharmacology from the University of Connecticut (2002 and 1996 respectively). His research focuses on structural biology, enzymatic mechanisms, and pharmacological interactions, particularly in the MIF superfamily and chemokine systems. Collaborations include work with Professors Elias Lolis and Victor Batista.

Key research interests involve allosteric regulation in proteins, enzymatic activity modulation, and structural insights into disease-related molecules. His work bridges biochemistry and clinical applications, contributing to understanding immune pathways and protein interactions.

Publications highlight structural studies in journals like the Journal of Biological Chemistry and The Receptors. No awards or grants are listed in the provided materials.