Jacob Glassman
About Jacob Glassman
Jacob Glassman is an Undergraduate Research Assistant at Yale University, specializing in RNA biology at the Joan A. Steitz Lab since 2019. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry from Yale, where he has contributed to research on RNA splicing and its relevance to human disease.
Work at Yale University
Jacob Glassman has been employed as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at Yale University since 2019. He works in the Joan A. Steitz Lab, which is recognized for its contributions to RNA biology. His role involves engaging in research projects that investigate the molecular mechanisms of RNA splicing and its relevance to human diseases. Glassman collaborates with various labs and departments within Yale to enhance the understanding of RNA-related processes.
Education and Expertise
Jacob Glassman studied at Yale University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry from 2018 to 2022. His academic background provides a solid foundation in the principles of biochemistry and molecular biology, equipping him with the necessary skills for his research endeavors in RNA biology.
Background
Prior to his current role at Yale, Jacob Glassman interned at Julian Krinsky Camps & Programs as part of the Yale Young Global Scholars program in 2018. This two-month internship took place in New Haven, Connecticut. Additionally, he worked as a Mathematics Tutor at Mathnasium - The Math Learning Center for five months in Skokie, Illinois, in 2018.
Research Contributions
In his capacity as an Undergraduate Research Assistant, Jacob Glassman has contributed to significant research in the Joan A. Steitz Lab. His work focuses on RNA splicing, exploring its molecular mechanisms and implications for human disease. He has been involved in collaborative research efforts aimed at advancing the understanding of RNA-related biological processes.