Iain Cheeseman

The Cheeseman lab analyzes the molecular basis for kinetochore function. They study chromosome segregation during mitosis, which requires the kinetochore to mediate attachments between chromosomal DNA and spindle microtubule polymers. They use a combination of proteomics, biochemistry, cell biology, and functional approaches to examine kinetochore composition, structure, organization and function. Iain earned the Global Consortium for Reproductive Longevity and Equality (GCRLE) Scholar Award, 2020, the American Society for Cell Biology (ASCB) Early Career Life Scientist Award, 2012, and the Searle Scholar Award, 2009-2012.