Twiss, Jeffery L.

Professor

My research program focuses on the molecular mechanisms of axonal growth and repair. We are largely centered on localized events occurring in neuronal processes and the transport mechanisms that support these.

Biographical Profile

College
College of Arts and Sciences
Department
Biological Sciences
Tenure Status
Tenured

International Activity

International Activities
Yes
Type of Activity
Research
Countries
Israel, Chile, UK
Description
Research collaborations
Institutional Focus Areas
Biomedical Sciences
Extended Residence in Foreign Country
No
Speaks Non-English Language
No

Interest Background

Do you include students in your research?
None
Interest Keywords
Neural repair, post-transcriptional regulation, RNA biology, regeneration
Institutional Focus Areas
Biomedical Sciences
Personal Focus Areas
Neuroscience, Neurobiology

Professional Preparation(Education & Training)

Dates Institution Location Degree Field of Study
2014 Medical University of South Carolina Charleston, SC Ph.D. Molecular & Cellular Biology
2014 Medical University of South Carolina Charleston, SC M.D. Medicine
2014 Stanford University School of Medicine Stanford, CA Post-doctoral fellowship Neurobiology
2014 Stanford University Medical Center Stanford, CA Residency & Clinical Fellowship Anatomic Pathology & Neuropathology
1980 - 1984 College of Charleston Charleston, SC B.A. Chemistry

Recognition Awards, Honors, & Fellowships

Dates Type Description Foundation/Entity
2022 Award University of South Carolina's SEC Faculty Achievement Award Southeastern Conference
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