https://spenkelink-lewis-labs.com/tag/graduation/GraduationHugo Blox Builder (https://hugoblox.com)en-usThu, 05 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://spenkelink-lewis-labs.com/media/logo_hu13755568020628204395.pnghttps://spenkelink-lewis-labs.com/tag/graduation/https://spenkelink-lewis-labs.com/post/elisenickgrad2026/Thu, 05 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://spenkelink-lewis-labs.com/post/elisenickgrad2026/<p>Congratulations to Dr Elise Wilkinson and Dr Nicholas Kusi-Appauh on completing their PhDs on Wednesday!</p> <p>Nick&rsquo;s thesis, &ldquo;Exploring DNA replication roadblocks and protein dynamics using single-molecule techniques&rdquo;, investigated how different DNA roadblocks can completely alter the replication machinery of different organisms.</p> <p>Elise&rsquo;s thesis, &ldquo;Single-molecule studies of protein dynamics during DNA replication and supercoiling&rdquo;, explored how DNA replication and DNA supercoiling modulated protein behaviour using advanced single-molecule techniques.</p> <p>Both projects reflect the exciting research undertaken in our lab, advancing our understanding of the molecular processes involved in DNA replication.</p> <p>A fantastic achievement for both researchers, recognising years of dedication, perseverance, and hard work.</p>