Nicholas K. Conrad

Nicholas K. Conrad, Ph.D., is a Professor at UT Southwestern Medical Center's Department of Microbiology. His lab explores the intersection of RNA biology and herpes virology, focusing on Kaposi's sarcoma-associated herpesvirus (KSHV) and its host cell interactions. Research emphasizes posttranscriptional mechanisms, including nuclear RNA stability, polyadenylation, and mRNA processing by viral and host factors.

Education:

• B.S. from Penn State
• Ph.D. at Johns Hopkins University under Dr. Jeffry Corden
• Postdoctoral studies at Yale University with Dr. Joan Steitz

The lab investigates how KSHV manipulates host RNA regulatory pathways to understand viral pathogenesis and host gene expression dynamics. Their work has implications for virology, RNA biology, and biomedical research.

Awards and Affiliations:

• Southwestern Medical Foundation Scholar in Biomedical Research

Based at UT Southwestern since 2007, Dr. Conrad's team offers opportunities for collaboration and lab involvement. Contact details include phone (214-648-0795), fax (214-648-5905), and mailing address at 6000 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas, TX 75390-9048.