Dr. Arthur D. Laganowsky's lab focuses on understanding how lipids interact with membrane proteins, which are essential for many biological processes. They study the complex relationships between lipids and proteins to reveal how lipids can influence the behavior and function of these proteins within cell membranes. By using advanced techniques like mass spectrometry and lipidomics, the lab aims to uncover insights that can improve our understanding of cell biology and membrane function.

Dr. Wenshe Ray Liu's lab at Texas A&M University focuses on innovative methods for studying proteins, particularly how they are modified after being made. By using a special technique that incorporates noncanonical amino acids into proteins, the lab explores important biological questions related to cell regulation and response to disease. Their research aims to identify how specific modifications to proteins can influence various cellular processes, potentially leading to new therapeutic strategies.