University of Utah · ChemistryBandarian Lab
Vahe Bandarian · Salt Lake City, Utah
Research Focus
Dr. Vahe Bandarian's lab at the University of Utah focuses on discovering how enzymes work to create complex natural products, like certain small molecules and modified peptides. By studying these enzymes, the lab aims to uncover how they contribute to various biological processes and their potential for developing new treatments for diseases. The lab uses a combination of biochemical, structural and spectroscopic techniques to unlock the secrets behind these molecular machines.
biosynthetic pathwaysenzymatic transformationsnatural productsmodified peptidestherapeutic development
Research Aims
5AIM 01Discover novel biosynthetic enzymes used in the production of natural products.
AIM 02Elucidate the mechanisms of enzymes that facilitate radical transformations.
AIM 03Establish structure-function relationships among biosynthetic enzymes.
AIM 04Investigate the role of small molecules in physiological processes.
AIM 05Aim to apply findings towards therapeutic development.
Skills the Lab Values
biochemistry techniquesspectroscopystructural biologyenzymologydata interpretation
Output against the department
Publications135bottom 33% of dept.145th of 216
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Citations4.0kbottom 27% of dept.157th of 216
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