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Kichoon Lee is a Professor in the Department of Animal Sciences at The Ohio State University, part of the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES). His research focuses on functional genomics, bioinformatics, and CRISPR gene-editing in poultry to enhance muscle growth and reduce fat content. He holds a Postdoctoral degree from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Ph.D. and M.S. from the University of Georgia.
Research interests include adipose and muscle development, with breakthroughs in generating genome-edited poultry lines (quail, chickens, ducks) using CRISPR/Cas9 adenoviral delivery systems. Key targets include mutations in the myostatin (MSTN) and melanophilin (MLPH) genes to improve feed efficiency, eggshell quality, and resistance to viral infections.
Recent articles highlight studies on genomic imprinting (e.g., MIMT1 lncRNA, ZNF791), adipogenesis regulation, and CRISPR applications. His work bridges basic science and industrial applications, addressing challenges in livestock productivity and health.
Advising: Madeline Karolak (Ph.D. student). Lab focus: Avian genomics, gene-editing technologies, and poultry biotechnology.
