Understanding biological factories to fuel drug discovery: Front Row lecture, Jamie Williamson, PhD

Every organism depends on its ability to make cellular proteins from the core set of genetic blueprints—a process carried out in the cell by ancient biological factories. However, when this building process goes awry, various types of disease can take hold. In this opening lecture of the season, Scripps Research professor and regular Front Row host Jamie Williamson unveils his lab’s unprecedented exploration of these protein-building machines and the secrets they hold in maintaining cellular health. His cutting-edge research is evolving our view of molecular engineering and uncovering new drug targets for bacterial infections and cancer. ABOUT THE FRONT ROW LECTURE SERIES Take a seat in the front row and listen as some of the world’s foremost scientists introduce you to the innovative medicines and treatments headed your way from Scripps Research. Each one-hour virtual lecture is free and can be enjoyed from the comfort of your home. Learn more at frontrow.scripps.edu. Can’t make the lecture? Register anyway! We’ll send you a link to the video recording and presentation slides within 24 hours of the live event. ABOUT SCRIPPS RESEARCH Scripps Research is an independent, nonprofit biomedical institute ranked the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. Based in La Jolla, California, we are advancing human health through profound discoveries that address pressing medical concerns around the globe. Register for future Front Row lectures: https://frontrow.scripps.edu/ Learn More: https://www.scripps.edu/