Oliver Kerscher

Oliver Kerscher is a Professor in the Department of Biology at the College of William and Mary, part of the Faculty of Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on the molecular mechanisms of protein modifiers, particularly SUMO and ubiquitin, in yeast and mammalian systems, with an emphasis on protein degradation and cellular stress response.

Education:

• B.A. in Biology, The Johns Hopkins University
• M.A. in Biotechnology, The Johns Hopkins University
• Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology (BCMB), The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

His research interests lie in molecular and cellular biology, specifically post-translational modifications and protein homeostasis. His lab investigates how SUMO and ubiquitin pathways regulate cellular processes, contributing to fundamental understanding in cell signaling and disease mechanisms.

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Oliver Kerscher has been mentoring students through research in his lab and teaching courses such as Genetic Analysis and Genes, Genethics & Public Opinion. He joined William & Mary in 2006 after completing postdoctoral training at Yale University and the National Cancer Institute.

He leads a research laboratory at William & Mary focused on protein modification pathways, utilizing model organisms to explore conserved cellular mechanisms.