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Mary Munson, PhD

Research Focus - Elucidating the Molecular Mechanisms that Control Vesicle Membrane Trafficking

  • Understanding the function of regulatory proteins and complexes that provide spatial and temporal control of membrane fusion in exocytosis and endocytosis
  • Dissecting the function of exocytosis regulators in cell growth and division, and intercellular signaling 
  • Uncovering critical insights into connections between regulators of the endocytic pathway with autophagy, apoptosis and neutrophil disorders 
  • Exploring how upregulation or dysfunction of these regulatory factors contributes to cancer cell growth, metastasis and invasion

Representative Publication

Lepore DM, Martínez-Núñez L, Munson M. Exposing the elusive exocyst structure. Trends Biochem Sci. 2018;43(9):714-725.

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  • Women in medicine and science honored for career achievements
     

    Women in medicine and science honored for career achievements

    Seven women were honored for career achievements in science and health care during the 23rd annual Women’s Faculty Awards at UMass Chan Medical School.

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  • Mary Munson named assistant vice provost of health equity at UMass Chan
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    Mary Munson named assistant vice provost of health equity at UMass Chan

    In her new role, Mary Munson, PhD, will serve as a leader in promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in science at UMass Chan Medical School.

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  • Mary Munson elected fellow of the American Society for Cell Biology
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    Mary Munson elected fellow of the American Society for Cell Biology

    Mary Munson, PhD, is one of 22 scientists named a fellow of the American Society for Cell Biology for 2022.

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