Smerdon/Reeves Chromatin-DNA Repair Lecture Fund
More about Dr. Raymond Reeves and Dr. Michael Smerdon
The Smerdon/Reeves Chromatin-DNA Repair Lecture Fund at Washington State University’s School of Molecular Biosciences funds a biennial lectureship and honors the legacies of Dr. Michael J. Smerdon, regents professor of biochemistry and biophysics, and Dr. Raymond Reeves, professor of molecular biosciences in the area of basic cancer research.
During their careers at WSU both Drs. Smerdon and Reeves made pioneering contributions to our understanding of how the structure of DNA in chromatin, the complex of DNA and proteins present in the nucleus of cells of all higher organisms, influences basic cell functions. Dr. Smerdon pioneered studies on the influence of chromatin structure on DNA repair in living cells, a “front line” defense against mutations and cancer in humans, while Dr. Reeves pioneered studies demonstrating how the non-histone protein components of chromatin regulate gene expression and are involved in the induction and progression of human cancer.
Please join us in celebrating the lifetime of achievements of Drs. Smerdon and Reeves by becoming a part of this effort.
Questions about giving? Contact Lynne Haley or 509-335-5021.
To make a gift by mail:
Please make your check out to “WSUF” (Washington State University Foundation) and indicate the fund name. Send the check to:
College of Veterinary Medicine
Attn: Development Office
PO Box 647010
Washington State University
Pullman, WA 99164-7010