Julia Acker
- PhD Student
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Julia completed her BSc at the Johannes-Gutenberg University of Mainz, and her MSc at the University of Cologne before she joined the Borodavka lab to undertake her PhD research. In her spare time, Julia enjoys to run and row around Cambridge.
Research
Project Title:
Phase separation in viral replication
Project Summary:
A key process in the life cycle of many viruses is the formation of dynamic organelles called viral replication factories. These compartments concentrate viral replication enzymes and sequester replication intermediates from host immune sensors. My research project will focus on dissecting the physicochemical properties of these viral proteins to understand how their dynamic conformations and post-translational modifications mediate assembly of viral factories, and in doing so, identify targets for future therapeutic intervention.
Dr. Alex Borodavka