Co-Director, Program in Chromatin and Epigenetics
The UNC Program in Chromatin and Epigenetics is dedicated to enhancing the epigenetics community and advancing our understanding of epigenetic regulation, a key driver of cellular growth, development, and diseases like cancer. The program aims to bring the epigenetics community together to inspire collaboration and to help faculty and trainees bridge critical knowledge gaps. With over 40 faculty and labs, including partnerships with NIEHS, the program drives innovation in fundamental mechanisms, drug discovery, and clinical research using cutting-edge technologies. It provides world-class training for students and postdoctoral researchers, recently launching a new Certificate Program for PhD-earning students, resulting in the creation of two new advanced 3 courses. The program is supported by a monthly seminar series (Carolina Chromatin Consortium (C3)) and a yearly symposium, funded by Lineberger, biochemistry & biophysics, pharmacy, genetics, Biology, and iBGS. With diverse funding sources and faculty, the program fosters collaboration and drives innovative research to advance the field.