NCI Center of Excellence in Chromosome Biology
NCI Center of Excellence in Chromosome Biology
About
Chromosome biology in the 21st century focuses on genome function in the context of the intact eukaryotic cell nucleus. Its goals are a comprehensive understanding of the mechanisms involved in chromosome function, and the correction of aberrations in these processes that lead to disease.
The NCI Center of Excellence in Chromosome Biology (CECB) brings together NCI intramural investigators with expertise in all aspects of chromosome biology, including: chromatin structure and function; epigenetics and gene expression; chromosome segregation and cell division; DNA replication, repair, and recombination; chromosome organization and gene localization; and nuclear protein interaction dynamics. The CECB integrates the intellectual and physical resources within NCI's Intramural Research Program to support outstanding research in chromosome biology.
CECB membership is open to all NCI intramural investigators.
Objectives
- Promote interaction and collaboration among researchers within the NCI, NIH, and beyond
- Promote advances and opportunities for research in chromosome biology
- Leverage cutting-edge tools, approaches, and resources to advance chromosome biology as it applies to cancer research
- Train young investigators to address complex scientific questions through collaboration and multi-disciplinary approaches
Events
Half-Day Workshop
Raul Mostoslavsky M.D. Ph.D. Professor, Scientific Co-Director, MGH Cancer Center, Harvard Medical School
- Hybrid/Building 35A, Room 620/630 (middle room)
CECB 2024 Symposium
- Natcher Conference Center, NIH Bethesda Campus
CECB Retreat
Keynote Speaker
Karen Adelman, Ph.D., Edward S. Harkness Professor of Biological Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology, Harvard Medical School
- Shady Grove, Rooms 406/408/410 and Seminar 110
Steering Committee
Co-Chairs
Steering Committee Members
Job Vacancies
CCR has opportunities for those interested in pursuing a career in chromosome biology research, including laboratory-based fellowships for postbaccalaureate, predoctoral and postdoctoral trainees. CCR fellows and faculty have access to unique resources, including cutting-edge technologies and cores, a highly collaborative environment of top researchers, awards for outstanding postdocs and scientific symposia and lectures featuring world renowned experts.
News
Contact
Interested in Joining the CECB?
CECB membership is open to all NCI Principal Investigators, Senior Scientists, Senior Clinicians, and PEIPs with active research programs in chromosome biology. Membership includes a research listing on the CECB website and the opportunity to host CECB Workshops. To join the CECB, please contact Meredith Metzger.
CECB Listserv
The CECB-L listserv is open to all NCI scientists with an interest in chromosome biology. Announcements of CECB seminars and meetings are distributed via this listserv. To join this listserv or to have a chromosome biology-related announcement sent to the CECB community, please contact Meredith Metzger.