Orbach Lab

“The greatest obstacle to discovery is not ignorance -
it is the illusion of knowledge ”

Daniel J. Boorstin

Research

Our lab is fascinated by self-assembly and dynamic behavior of the microtubule cytoskeleton. We are especially interested in the ciliary cytoskeleton, known as the axoneme. Using cutting-edge microscopy techniques, advanced biochemistry, quantitative image analysis and various multidisciplinary approaches we aim to answer basic questions related to the cilia.

AKTA is here

Check out the incredible video of Mohammed, capturing the unboxing of our new AKTA Go System! Sound ON!

Faculty Retreat

In early September, our lab embarked on a faculty retreat, where we indulged in the delightful blend of science and social activities....

Traveling Fellowship to Chandrama

Congratulations to Chandrama Ghosh, who has been awarded a prestigious Traveling Fellowship by The Company of Biologists. Chandrama...

Highlighted Publication

The Dynamic and Structural Properties of Axonemal Tubulins Support the High Length Stability of Cilia

The work describes a novel biochemical assay to purify axonemal tubulins from the central pair and the doublets. Using in vitro work, we characterize two distinct mechanisms that enable tubulins to support the length stability of the axoneme.

Orbach Lab

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