David Sherman

David Sherman, Ph.D.

CCMB Affiliate Faculty
Hans W. Vahlteich Professor of Medicinal Chemistry
Professor of Microbiology & Immunology
Professor of Chemistry

Areas of Interest

My research efforts over the past decade have evolved into several programs that are distinct in focus, yet coalesce into an overriding theme that include molecular genetic, biochemical and bioorganic chemical studies of microbial natural product biosynthesis. Metabolic engineering and combinatorial biosynthesis are powerful approaches for harnessing the tremendous metabolic capabilities of microorganisms, including primary and secondary pathways. New genomic-based technologies are enhancing considerably our ability to understand and manipulate complex biosynthetic systems and will enable vast new opportunities in medicine and industry. My laboratory is exploring fundamental aspects of the systems described below, as well as pursuing drug discovery opportunities in the area of infectious diseases and cancer.

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