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Richard H. Scheller, Ph.D.

Richard H. Scheller

Dr. Scheller is Professor of Molecular and Cellular Physiology and Professor of Biological Sciences (by courtesy) at Stanford University School of Medicine. He received his B.S. degree from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and his Ph.D. degree in chemistry from the California Institute of Technology. His honors include the Alan T. Waterman Award from the National Science Foundation, the W. Alden Spencer Award from Columbia University, and the National Academy of Sciences Award in molecular biology. Dr. Scheller is a member of the National Academy of Sciences.



RESEARCH ABSTRACT SUMMARY:

Richard Scheller's research focuses on the mechanisms of membrane trafficking, neurotransmitter release, and synapse development.

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Photo: Courtesy of Richard Scheller

HHMI ALUMNI INVESTIGATOR
1990– 2001
Stanford University


Research Abstract
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Molecular Mechanisms of Membrane Trafficking and Exocytosis

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