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Charles Giardina

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Professor, Molecular and Cell Biology at University of Connecticut
📍 Storrs, Connecticut, United States

Charles Giardina is a Professor of Molecular and Cell Biology at the University of Connecticut, where his research focuses on the molecular basis of diseases like colon cancer. He also directs the Professional Science Masters Program, which combines advanced scientific training with professional skills to prepare students for careers in industry.

His laboratory investigates the signaling events that maintain intestinal health, with a specific focus on how compounds produced by gut bacteria from dietary fiber can help prevent colon cancer.

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Experience
43 Years
Current Role
Professor, Molecular and Cell Biology
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Storrs, Connecticut, United States
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Colon Cancer Research
His research focuses on the molecular mechanisms of colon cancer, including how lifestyle and environmental factors influence disease development.
Applied Genetics
As Director of the Professional Science Master's Program in Applied Genetics, he is focused on preparing students for careers in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals.
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Career

Work history

2013
Professor, Molecular and Cell Biology
University of Connecticut
2013
Director, Professional Science Masters Program in Applied Genetics
University of Connecticut
2001 - 2013
Associate Professor with tenure, Molecular and Cell Biology
University of Connecticut
1995 - 2001
Assistant Professor, Molecular and Cell Biology
University of Connecticut
1990 - 1995
Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Biochemistry, Molecular and Cell Biology
Cornell University
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Giardina Elected Senior Fellow by the CSSI Executive Council. Featured in Department of Molecular and Cell Biology, University of Connecticut
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UConn Advance – Research on how cells die could promote understanding of cancer. Featured in UConn Advance (University of Connecticut News)
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Education
Postdoctoral
Cornell University
1986 - 1990
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Stony Brook University
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