Daniel Branton

Daniel Branton is a Lecturer in the Department of BIO at Harvard University. His research focuses on membrane structure, cell shape, and DNA sequencing. Branton's pioneering work in freeze-etching and electron microscopy provided critical evidence for the lipid bilayer model of cell membranes. He also contributed to the development of nanopore sequencing, a technology that has revolutionized DNA analysis. His career spanned over five decades, during which he made significant contributions to molecular biology and biophysics. Branton's work has had a lasting impact on structural biology and genomics. His research has been recognized through various publications and collaborations, including with David Deamer and Gene Golovchenko.

Daniel Branton is a Professor of Cell Biology at Harvard University, known for his pioneering work in cell membranes, cytoskeleton, and nanopore detection. His research focuses on understanding the structural and functional properties of biological membranes and their interactions with cytoskeletal proteins. Branton's work has significantly advanced the field of nanopore sequencing, enabling the characterization of individual polynucleotide molecules and DNA transport through nanopores. His studies have explored the potential and challenges of nanopore technology, including the use of graphene as a subnanometre trans-electrode membrane and the application of ion-beam sculpting for nanopore fabrication. His contributions have provided critical insights into the molecular mechanisms underlying membrane structure and function.