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I am a PhD Candidate at Harvard University working in the laboratory of Pamela Silver. I am interested in [1] understanding the molecular mechanisms behind intricate nanoscale patterning of naturally occurring biomaterials with a current focus on biomineralization in diatoms and [2] polyamine metabolism and regulation across kingdoms. I am also an avid triathlete with a goal to become an Ironman one day.
Contact Info
Lab
- Jernej Turnšek | Ph.D. Candidate
- Harvard Medical School | Department of Systems Biology | 200 Longwood Avenue, Boston, MA 02115
- Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering at Harvard University | Center for Life Science Boston Bldg., 5th Floor | 3 Blackfan Circle, Boston, MA 02115
- Phone: 617-797-5386 | Fax: 617-432-5012 | Email: turnsek@fas.harvard.edu
- Email me through OpenWetWare
Social Media
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Interests
- Biomineralization | Biomaterials | Morphogenesis | Self-Assembly
- Marine Microbiome | Marine Natural Products
- Astrobiology | Space Exploration | Origins of Life
- Endurance Sports | Exercise Physiology
Projects
- Spatial and whole cell biosilicification-specific proteomics in the model diatom Thalassiosira pseudonana.
Funding
My work is supported by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation.
About the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation: “The Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation believes in bold ideas that create enduring impact in the areas of science, environmental conservation and patient care. Intel co-founder Gordon and his wife Betty established the foundation to create positive change around the world and at home in the San Francisco Bay Area. Science looks for opportunities to transform–or even create–entire fields by investing in early-stage research, emerging fields and top research scientists. Environmental conservation efforts promote sustainability, protect critical ecological systems and align conservation needs with human development. Patient care focuses on eliminating preventable harms and unnecessary healthcare costs through meaningful engagement of patients and their families in a supportive, redesigned healthcare system. Visit Moore.org or follow @MooreFound.
Publications
- Conrado RJ, Wu GC, Boock JT, Xu H, Chen SY, Lebar T, Turnšek J, Tomšič N, Avbelj M, Gaber R, Koprivnjak T, Mori J, Glavnik V, Vovk I, Benčina M, Hodnik V, Anderluh G, Dueber JE, Jerala R, and DeLisa MP. DNA-guided assembly of biosynthetic pathways promotes improved catalytic efficiency. Nucleic Acids Res. 2012 Feb;40(4):1879-89. DOI:10.1093/nar/gkr888 |
Conferences
Broad Institute Retreat, 14-15 December 2015, Hynes Convention Center, Boston, MA
Wyss Institute 7th Annual Retreat, 19 November 2015, Seaport World Trade Center, Boston, MA
This event brings together researchers and affiliates of the Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering to discuss institute's most recent advances at the interface of science and technology. You can download the poster I presented at the retreat on this link.
Molecular Life of Diatoms 2015, 7-10 July 2015, University of Washington, Seattle, WA
Molecular Life of Diatoms 2015 brought together an eclectic interdisciplinary mix of scientists to discuss recent advances in our understanding of diatoms and the way they shape our planet. You can download the poster I presented at the conference here.
SITN Waves Correspondent
SITN Waves Expert
- Friend or Foe? Getting the body to make peace with bioengineered drug delivery systems
- Algae: Applications in Removing Arsenic and Beyond
- Can we send a message to the future with DNA?
- Electric Bacteria – Groundbreaking Science or Old News?
Science Art
Past Affiliations
- Ginkgo BioWorks, Inc., Boston, MA (10/2012 - 06/2013) | Ginkgo BioWorks
- Jerala Lab at the National Institute of Chemistry, Ljubljana, Slovenia (05/2010 - 07/2012) | Jerala Lab
Selected Awards & Accomplishments
- Kavčič Prize for young writers in natural sciences, 2013
- University of Ljubljana Prešeren Award for Diploma Thesis, 2012 (in Slovene)
- 42nd Krka Prizes - Krka Prize for Diploma Thesis, 2012 (in Slovene)
- Gold medal, BIOMOD 2011 | Learn more about BIOMOD Slovenia 2011
- Grand Prize, World Champion, iGEM 2010 | Learn more about iGEM Slovenia 2010
Education
- University of Ljubljana, Biotechnical Faculty, Diploma in Biotechnology, 06/2012
- Diploma thesis entitled: "Synthetic biology approach towards improvement of carotenoid biosynthetic pathway using zinc fingers"
Sports
- Olympic distance triathlon PR | Lobsterman Triathlon 09/2014: 2h 40' 32"
- 26.2 PR | Baystate Marathon 10/2013: 3h 30' 55"
- 13.1 PR | Boston's Run to Remember 05/2013: 1h 26' 30"
- 10K PR | B.A.A. 10K 06/2015: 40' 20"
- University of Ljubljana basketball champion in 2008 and 2009.
Podcasts
Science, Technology, Entertainment, Design
- Chemistry World | Disruptive | Discovery | Nature | Nature Biotechnology | NPR: Invisibilia | NPR: Ted Radio Hour | Science Magazine | Science Talk | Science Weekly SIT'N Listen! | StarTalk Radio | Stuff You Should Now | WNYC's Radiolab
Sports
EDM
Slovenian
Other
- Documentaries | Fresh Air | The Economist: Editor's Picks | The 5AM Miracle Podcast
Web
Science, Technology, Entertainment, Design
Sports
EDM
