Assistant Professor Guang Yao's research on reading the `minds' of cells has been highlighted in the Arizona Daily Star. When faced with environmental changes, cells must decide whether to stay dormant, grow, or even commit suicide. Many diseases can be caused by cells making the wrong decision, and Prof. Yao hopes learning more about how cells make these decisions will help treat disease. Read the story here, and learn more about Prof. Yao's research at his webpage.
Publish Date:
Dec 17, 2013