Sean Burgess Named Chair of the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology
Chromosome Biologist to Lead Interdisciplinary Research Department
Sean Burgess, a professor of molecular and cellular biology whose research has advanced understanding of chromosome inheritance, reproductive biology and human developmental disorders, has been named chair of the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology (MCB). She will begin serving in the role on September 1.
“I am honored to have the opportunity to serve MCB, a department that has shaped much of my scientific career,” said Burgess. “I am grateful to Dean Winey for his confidence, to Fred Chédin for his excellent leadership as chair, and to the MCB faculty, staff and students who make this such a vibrant and collegial community.”