All NewsSnapshotsStudentsPhD Candidate Case Speaks on DNA Repair Olivia DrakeApril 12, 20182minOn March 11, Brandon Case, a PhD candidate in molecular biology and biochemistry, delivered a talk titled “Just Another Day Fixing the Double Helix” as part of the Graduate Speaker Series. Case’s advisor is Manju Hingorani, professor of molecular biology and biochemistry, professor of integrative sciences. The human genome, which contains genetic information needed to grow and build an organism, is under constant assault by damaging agents from sources such as sunlight, tobacco smoke, and barbecued foods. “Fortunately, we have multiple DNA repair pathways that remove damage lesions and restore genome integrity,” Case explained. The Graduate Speaker Series events are open to the entire Wesleyan community and include lunch. (Photos by Olivia Drake) graduate students Related Articles All NewsCampus LifeCampus News & Events April 24, 2024 Mike Mavredakis At WesFest, Admitted Students Share Opinions on Diversity of Thought, Open Curriculum All NewsCampus News & EventsStudents April 24, 2024 Editorial Staff Gallery: Wesleyan Senior Celebrate Theses Submissions All NewsAlumni April 23, 2024 Sarah Parke “You Just Have to Read This…”: Books by Wesleyan Authors Coggins ’85, P’15, ’22, Gumbiner ’11, and LaBennett ’94