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Dr. Tracey Gloster is a researcher in the School of Biology at the University of St Andrews, focusing on the structure and function of carbohydrate processing enzymes and CRISPR-Cas systems. Her work contributes to understanding biological roles of carbohydrates in cellular processes and their malfunction in diseases like cancer and neurodegenerative disorders. She leads projects such as 'Expanding the structural biology toolkit' funded by The Royal Society and has been a PI on Wellcome Trust grants.
Research Interests:
- Carbohydrate processing enzymes (e.g., heparan sulfate degradation)
- CRISPR-Cas systems and anti-CRISPR proteins
- Cyclic nucleotide signaling and protein activation mechanisms
- Structural biology and enzymology
Recent Publications Trends: Her articles emphasize CRISPR defense mechanisms, cyclic nucleotide regulation of nucleases, and bioinformatic tools for CAZyme analysis. Key topics include anti-CRISPR proteins, enzyme inhibition strategies, and structural insights into CRISPR effectors.
Awards:
- 2012 Biochemical Society Early Career Research Award
- 2016 Election to Young Academy of Scotland
- 2013 L'Oreal-UNESCO For Women In Science Fellowship
Grants & Activities: She has secured funding for structural biology projects and collaborates on advanced mass spectrometry tools. Active in organizing workshops (e.g., Scottish Structural Biology) and hosting academic visitors. Served as an external PhD examiner at the University of York.
Labs/Teams: Engaged in interdisciplinary research within the Institute of Engineering Biomedical Sciences Research Complex, focusing on structural biology and enzymology applications.
