Lisa Prevette
Chemistry
University of Saint Thomas Saint Paul
United States of America
Biography
The Prevette research group is in the area of biophysical chemistry, studying the interactions between biomaterials and biomolecules. In particular, we are interested in interactions that occur at the cell surface, leading to cellular internalization of drugs and genes for gene therapy. We are also studying the effect of structure on the formation of DNA complexes. Students in the group learn about binding mechanisms, thermodynamics and kinetics, and the structure of biomolecules and their complexes through a variety of experimental techniques.
Research Interest
Biophysical chemistry,interactions between biomaterials and biomolecules