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Five researchers in a lab.

Nilgun Tumer

The major focus of my laboratory is to understand the ribosome interactions and the mechanism of toxicity of ribosome inactivating proteins (RIPs) and trichothecene mycotoxins.

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The Center for Turfgrass Science generates and disseminates knowledge, and provides training and education in the turfgrass sciences by fostering nationally recognized multidisciplinary research; undergraduate, graduate, and continuing professional education; and service programs that support the turfgrass industry.

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