Stanford University · BiochemistryDas RNA Lab
Rhiju Das · Stanford, California
Research Focus
Dr. Rhiju Das's lab at Stanford University specializes in understanding RNA molecules, which are essential for many biological processes including diseases and immune responses. The team employs advanced techniques such as modeling, electron microscopy, and machine learning to design and visualize complex RNA structures. Their research not only addresses fundamental scientific questions but also aims to develop novel therapies and vaccines against diseases like COVID-19 by targeting RNA.
RNA structuresbiophysicsCOVID-19vaccinesmachine learning
Research Aims
5AIM 01Model RNA structures to better understand their functions in cells.
AIM 02Develop therapies that target and manipulate RNA for disease treatment.
AIM 03Create stable mRNA vaccines suitable for widespread distribution.
AIM 04Enhance RNA visualization techniques to accelerate biomedical research.
AIM 05Build a collaborative framework to study RNA in various biological contexts.
Skills the Lab Values
RNA sequencingelectron microscopybiochemical experimental techniquesbiophysical modelingmachine learning
Output against the department
Publications323top 19% of dept.75th of 402
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Citations23ktop 17% of dept.70th of 402
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