Professor Catherine Day

02/02/2012

Just before Christmas it was announced the Catherine Day has been made a full Professor.

From the University's press release:

Since joining the University 10 years ago Catherine Day’s research has concentrated on the analysis of proteins that regulate cell death. These proteins are the focus of a number of drug companies, and her research has contributed to the development of novel classes of therapeutic compounds that are currently being trialled for the treatment of cancer. Currently, her research group focuses on understanding the mechanisms that control protein abundance in the cell. Collaborations with leading international groups have contributed significantly to her research.

She has enjoyed continued financial support from the Marsden Fund since 1997 and this support, along with that from other agencies including Lotteries Health and the Health Research Council, has been critical to her success. Since 2007 she has served as the Associate Dean of Research for the Otago School of Medical Sciences and in this role she has initiated a number of programmes to help support the research of others.