Kathryn Wall

Research Assistant

Chemistry and Biochemistry

Research

I am currently studying the disordered C-terminal tails of tubulin. We are specifically interested in how the C-terminal tail interacts with its various binding partners, how its conformational ensemble is determined, and the role that post-translational modifications play in tubulin binding and dynamics. Using biophysical techniques such as mass spectrometry and NMR, we are characterizing the extent of modifications on endogenous tubulin isolated from Tetrahymena thermophila. Furthermore, we have developed a technique that allows for the isotopic labeling of functional tubulin for NMR-based studies.

Education

BS Biochemistry and Mathematics, Summa Cum Laude, University of Denver, 2012

Honors and Awards

NIH/ CU Biophysics Affiliate Award, 2014-2016
National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program, Honorable Mention, 2014
Phi Beta Kappa, Gamma of Colorado, University of Denver
University of Denver, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Outstanding Senior in Biochemistry, 2012
Essie White Cohn Award for Excellence in Chemistry and Biochemistry, 2011
Eleanor Campbell Award for Excellence in Mathematics, 2011
James S. Balafas Award for Excellence in Organic Chemistry, 2009