معرفی
Stan Schein, M.D., Ph.D., is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the College of Life Sciences, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). His interdisciplinary research spans computational geometry, structural biology, virology, and retinal neuroscience, with a unique focus on applying mathematical principles to biological structures such as viruses, fullerenes, and retinal circuits.
Education:
- M.D. – Doctor of Medicine
- Ph.D. – Doctor of Philosophy
Research Interests:
Stan Schein’s work lies at the intersection of mathematics and biology. He investigates the geometric principles underlying the structure of viruses, polyhedra, and nanoscale cages. His research includes:
- Cryo-electron microscopy of viral structures (e.g., dengue virus, adenovirus, vesicular stomatitis virus)
- Mathematical modeling of fullerene and clathrin cage assembly
- Neuroanatomy and synaptic architecture of the macaque retina
- Geometric constraints in self-assembling biological and chemical systems
Research Trends: Over the past two decades, Schein’s publications reveal a consistent trajectory from theoretical geometry to applied structural biology. His early work focused on retinal circuitry and synaptic transmission in primate vision. In parallel, he developed geometric rules governing fullerene and viral capsid formation. Recent work integrates high-resolution imaging with mathematical modeling to uncover the structural basis of viral assembly and nanoscale architecture.
Scientific Awards: While no specific awards are listed in the provided text, his extensive publication record in top-tier journals (e.g., Nature Structural and Molecular Biology, Science, PNAS) suggests significant recognition in his fields.
Advising and Grants: No specific students or grants are listed in the provided text.
Labs and Teams: Stan Schein is affiliated with the Department of Psychology at UCLA’s College of Life Sciences. His lab likely integrates computational modeling with experimental structural biology, though no specific lab name or team details are provided.
