Guttman Lab
Decoding the roles of non-coding RNAs in shaping nuclear structure and gene expression.
We are an integrated team of experimental and computational biologists who work together to understand how nuclear compartments control gene expression programs and cell state decisions. We believe that the strength of our science arises from the diversity of our ideas and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse laboratory culture and as such welcome students, postdocs, and visiting scholars from all backgrounds to join our group.
Our Lab
We seek to understand fundamental principles of biological regulation within the nucleus. Our team of scientists from diverse backgrounds allows us to approach these questions from a holistic perspective with an integrated strategy. We do not make a clear distinction between experimental and computational projects; our projects are goal-centered and use all tools critical for success. When necessary, we develop new tools to answer questions that were previously inaccessible and apply these tools to decipher new paradigms and improve our understanding of essential biological functions.
In The News
Biology Graduate Student Recognized for Outstanding Achievement
Graduate student Sofia Quinodoz has been awarded the Harold M. Weintraub Graduate Student Award by the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. The award recognizes “outstanding achievement during graduate studies in the biological sciences.” Learn more at Caltech News
Mitchell Guttman has been named a Ben Barres Early Career Investigator by the Chan-Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI).
Read more at the NYSCF here
SPRITE: A New Technique For Mapping DNA In Our Nuclei
Researchers at the California Institute of Technology led by NYSCF – Robertson Investigator Mitchell Guttman, PhD, have developed a new tool called SPRITE to uncover how cells organize their DNA within the nucleus.
Read more at the NYSCF here
Announcements
Moved to Chen
Guttman Lab has moved! We’re now making ourselves at home in the brand new Chen Neuroscience Research Building, a beautiful open-space center constructed with scientific collaboration in mind. Learn more about the space
Mario in Faces of Cell
Mario Blanco is featured in Faces of Cell for his work in “SARS-CoV-2 Disrupts Splicing, Translation, and Protein Trafficking to Suppress Host Defenses“. Learn more
Publication: SARS-CoV-2 Disrupts Splicing, Translation, and Protein Trafficking
Our latest work “SARS-CoV-2 Disrupts Splicing, Translation, and Protein Trafficking to Suppress Host Defenses” is published with Cell. Read the full text at Cell.com
Welcome to Jimmy Guo!
Welcome to Jimmy Guo! Jimmy is joining us as an MD/PhD graduate student.
Welcome to Jamie Wangen!
Welcome to Jamie Wangen! The latest post-doc to join Guttman Lab.
Cell Scientist
Mitch Guttman is on 2016 “Cell Scientists to Watch”. Read the full interview