University of Wisconsin–Madison

Welcome to the Suzuki Lab at the University of Wisconsin Madison

The Suzuki Lab investigates the mechanisms by which cells ensure faithful chromosome segregation during the cell division cycle. This process begins with the accurate synthesis of chromatin/DNA during S phase, followed by the condensation of chromatin into mitotic chromosomes. These chromosomes must be precisely and equally partitioned into daughter cells. Their dynamic movements are directed by microtubules and kinetochores, macro-molecular large protein complexes assembled on centromeric chromatin that serve as platforms for microtubule assembly. To explore the roles of kinetochores and microtubules in chromosome segregation, we employ advanced cell biological techniques, including super-resolution microscopy and high-spatiotemporal live-cell imaging.
More recently, our research interests have expanded into virology, with a focus on understanding the functions of HIV-1 (Human Immunodeficiency Virus-1) proteins in cell cycle regulation and the molecular mechanisms governing Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) capsid assembly. 
The Suzuki Lab is part of McArdle Laboratory for Cancer Research, in the Oncology Department of the School of Medicine and Public Health, at the University of Wisconsin Madison.
If you are interested in learning more about our ongoing research, please contact Dr. Suzuki or refer to our latest publications.
   
The Suzuki Lab is part of McArdle Laboratory for Cancer Research, in the Oncology Department of the School of Medicine and Public Health, at the University of Wisconsin Madison.
Dr. Aussie Suzuki is an Oncology Faculty Trainer for the Cancer Biology Graduate Program, Biophysics Graduate Program, Molecular and Cellular Pharmacology Graduate Program (MCP), and Cellular and Molecular Biology Graduate Program (CMB) at UW Madison.

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