New paper published – First ever LaNt in vivo studies!

New paper – studying laminin N terminus alpha31 in a transgenic mouse model. The first in vivo experiments into this protein. The results are striking!

They grow up so fast… Introducing Dr Liam Shaw, PhD.

Huge day today… Liam Shaw passed his PhD viva and became a Dr! His thesis “Determining the role of laminin … More

New paper published… in search of the perfect tan

How do self-tanning agents work? A combination of Chemistry and Biology define what works best. Understanding the process has large commercial potential. This review covers all aspects of the self-tan reaction…from bench to salon!

Editing for impact #5 – Is it time to stop using “A study by Author et al.,…”?

Does it matter who wrote the work that you are citing? Usually it isn’t as important about what that study found. So… should you ever say “A study by author et al.,”?

They grow up so fast – Liam’s concluding remarks

Liam Shaw submitted his thesis this week. A momentous day on the PhD journey. I really liked his poetic conclusion, and share it here for your enjoyment!

Postdoctoral position available – RNA therapeutics

Applicants accepted now for a postdoctoral position developing a new therapy for aniridia.

New Paper Published – LaNt a31 in breast cancer

Big new paper out now! “Laminin N-terminus α31 is upregulated in invasive ductal breast cancer and changes the mode of tumour invasion.”

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Rare Disease Awareness Day 2022 – highlighting Aniridia

28th February is “Rare Disease Awareness Day”, shining a light on the 300 million people living with rare diseases. Here I shine a light on aniridia and our work toward a cure.