Mentor Database
Mentor Database
Adele Williamson
Senior Lecturer
University of Waikato
Hamilton
New Zealand
- Marine
- Terrestrial
- Other
Biochemistry (enzymes)
Psychrophile, extremophile enzymes, DNA repair, biotechnology, bacteria, metagenomes
- Antarctic
- Other
I am a structural/molecular biologist with a focus on enzymes inhabiting extreme environments, especially those involved in novel DNA repair pathways in bacteria. I study their biological function, mechanism of action and evolutionary origins, as well as potential biotechnological applications. I use a combination of bioinformatics, recombinant protein production, biochemical and biophysical assays and X-ray crystallography to characterize these systems.
I have previously worked with marine Arctic microbiota, and now focus on terrestrial Antarctic samples as well as enzymes from geothermal systems in New Zealand.
I have previously worked with marine Arctic microbiota, and now focus on terrestrial Antarctic samples as well as enzymes from geothermal systems in New Zealand.
- Mentor Panels
These panels are held at major international conferences and are coordinated by
APECS members. Participation involves a 2-3 hour commitment on the day
of the panel meeting. - One-on-One Mentoring
Email correspondence with APECS members regarding career advice (including
alternative careers in polar/cryospheric issues), research skills, data
management and occasional research-specific discussions/questions. - Reviewing Resumes/CVs and Assisting with Cover Letter Development.
- Assisting with proposal development
- Reviewing papers and posters
- Email Exchange
- Other