Nikolay Shirokikh

Nikolay Shirokikh serves as a Senior Lecturer at the School of Human Sciences, The University of Western Australia. His research focuses on RNA biology with particular expertise in mRNA translation dynamics and RNA modification mechanisms. He maintains an active research program with recent publications in high-impact journals including Nature Communications and Nucleic Acids Research.

His research interests center on RNA-related molecular processes:

• Messenger RNA dynamics and regulation
• Translation initiation mechanisms
• RNA sequencing technologies
• Cellular stress responses affecting protein biosynthesis
• RNA modification and epigenetic regulation

Recent publications demonstrate strong interdisciplinary work combining molecular biology with computational approaches, particularly in developing tools for RNA analysis and investigating stress-induced translational control. His work shows consistent publication in top-tier journals with significant citation impact.

Dr. Shirokikh actively supervises higher degree research students and maintains collaborations across international institutions as evidenced by his publication record. His research contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to good health and well-being through fundamental molecular biology discoveries.