Lehigh University · PhysicsVavylonis Lab
Dimitrios Vavylonis · Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Research Focus
Dr. Dimitrios Vavylonis's lab at Lehigh University focuses on understanding how cells divide, move, and establish directionality through complex interactions between their internal structures and membranes. The research combines mathematical and computational modeling with experimental techniques to provide insights into the mechanisms of cell motility and polarization, especially in fission yeast cells, which serve as a model organism. By analyzing how proteins interact at the nanoscale and investigating membrane dynamics, this lab aims to deepen our understanding of fundamental cellular processes that are vital for organism development and have implications for cancer research.
cytokinesiscell motilityfission yeastcomputational modelingcytoskeleton
Research Aims
3AIM 01Investigate the molecular mechanisms governing the assembly of fission yeast nodes during cell division.
AIM 02Model membrane hydrodynamics in cytokinesis and its effects on protein transport.
AIM 03Explore force generation in actin networks and their interaction with cellular structures.
Skills the Lab Values
mathematical modelingcomputer simulationscell culturemembrane mechanics studyexperimental design
Output against the department
Publications177bottom 45% of dept.12th of 22
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Citations4.1kbottom 23% of dept.17th of 22
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