Lawrence, Ben

Ben Lawrence is a member of the BIO department at The University of Melbourne. His research interests include evolution, development, and reproduction. He can be contacted via email at ben.lawrence@unimelb.edu.au or through his profile page at https://findanexpert.unimelb.edu.au/profile/1047884-ben-lawrence.

Ben Lawrence is a researcher at The University of Melbourne, focusing on androgen biology, particularly testosterone biosynthesis and its implications for male health. His work explores the molecular mechanisms underlying androgen production, including the roles of enzymes such as HSD17B3, HSD17B7, and HSD17B12 in testosterone synthesis. Lawrence's research also examines compensatory mechanisms that maintain androgen levels in the absence of key biosynthetic enzymes. Additionally, he investigates the broader implications of androgen pathways in masculinisation, fertility, and lifelong male health. His studies integrate molecular, genetic, and developmental approaches to understand the complexities of androgen biology.