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Dr. Matt Banton is a Lecturer in Bioinformatics at the School of Biomedical Sciences, University of Plymouth. He is actively engaged in research and teaching, with a focus on molecular mechanisms of disease, bioinformatics, and neurodegeneration. His work contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in health and well-being.
Research Interests: Dr. Banton's research spans bioinformatics, molecular biology, and neuroscience, with emphasis on peripheral nerve regeneration, meningioma biology, and stress tolerance mechanisms in micrometazoans. His work integrates proteomics, next-generation sequencing, and computational modeling to understand disease pathways.
Publication Trends: His recent publications (2022–2025) show a strong focus on neuro-oncology and regenerative neuroscience, particularly in meningioma heterogeneity, EMT, and Schwann cell function. The integration of multi-omics data is a recurring theme, highlighting his expertise in bioinformatic analysis of complex biological systems.
- Scientific Awards: No awards listed in the provided text.
Advising and Grants: Dr. Banton supervises 3rd-year bioinformatics research projects and has supervised at least one Plymouth thesis. He is the Principal Investigator (PI) on an active research project, Effects of agricultural pathogens on micrometazoans (CRISPS Activity), funded by the Seale Hayne Educational Trust (2025–2027), indicating active grant leadership and mentorship.
Labs and Teams: He collaborates with researchers such as Dr. C. Boschetti (Co-Investigator) and Professor C. Hanemann, suggesting involvement in a broader research team focused on neurodegeneration and disease modeling. His work is associated with bioinformatics and molecular pathology labs at the University of Plymouth.
