Matthew Ulgherait

Research-focused scientist with expertise in biological chemistry, genetics, and aging mechanisms in Drosophila, mice, and mammalian cells. Experienced in molecular biology, grant writing, and mentoring students. Strong publication record in top-tier journals including Nature and Cell Metabolism.

• Assistant Professor of Nutrition and Genetics - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, NC (January 2024 – current)

  Research on mechanisms and genetics of nutrient signaling during aging.

• Postdoctoral Scholar, Associate Scientist - Columbia University, New York, NY (October 2014 – December 2023)

  Studied circadian regulation of metabolism and physiology in Drosophila under PI Mimi Shirasu-Hiza, Ph.D.

• Graduate Student Researcher - University of California, Los Angeles, CA (October 2008 – September 2014)

  Investigated metabolic and physiological processes of aging in Drosophila under PI David Walker, Ph.D.

• Research Assistant - Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA (April 2006 – September 2007)

  Studied functions of ubiquitous transcription factor Sp1 in response to DNA damage under PI Jane Azizkhan-Clifford, Ph.D.

• Assistant Molecular Biologist - Centocor (Johnson & Johnson), Radnor, PA (March 2005 – September 2005)

  Engineered therapeutic antibodies against the Respiratory Syncytial Virus under PI Ping Tsui, Ph.D.

• Postdoctoral Researcher - Columbia University Medical Center, NY (September 2023) 
• Ph.D. in Biological Chemistry - University of California Los Angeles, CA (September 2014)
• Bachelor of Science in Biology - Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA (June 2007)