PhD
Professor
Department Head, Molecular and Structural Biochemistry
N.C. State University
Cancer Cell Biology
Area of Interest
Molecular mechanisms of prostate cancer metastasis, extracellular matrix remodeling and signaling, mechanisms underlying development of castration resistance, regulation of hormone elimination
Awards and Honors
- Dean’s Award for Excellence in Graduate Education, 2017
- Willa Cather Professorship, 2016-2021
- Mortar Board People Who Inspire Award, 2013
- McNair Faculty Appreciation Award, 2013
- McNair Program Spotlight Mentor, 2012
- Recognition for Contribution to Students, 2012
- Susan J. Rosowski Professorship, 2011-2016
- Beta Theta Pi Fraternity Outstanding Educator Award, 2009
- Invited Member, International Society for Hyaluronan Sciences, 2006
- University of Nebraska Award for Junior Faculty Excellence in Research, 2006
- National Institutes of Health National Research Service Award, postdoctoral fellowship, 2000-2002
- Department of Biochemistry Travel Award, 1997
- National Institutes of Health National Research Service Award, pre-doctoral fellowship, 1994-1996
- Department of Biochemistry Academic Award, 1992-1994
- B.S. summa cum laude, 1992
