Vice Provost for Academic Affairs and Professor of Biological Sciences
Teaching Philosophy
When teaching students either in a lecture class or in the laboratory, I like to create a comfortable and interactive learning environment. I take pride in my students, especially when they learn to use their strengths to gain more knowledge, think critically and do as much good in the world as possible. My teaching emphasizes that fundamental concepts can be applied to solve biological problems and improve peoples' lives.
Research Interests
Research in the Lin-Cereghino Laboratory centers on the use of the methylotrophic yeast, Pichia pastoris, as a host for recombinant protein expression. Currently, the lab focuses on improving secretion of heterologous proteins produced in Pichia pastoris either by generating 'super-secreter' strains or by optimizing the MATalpha secretion leader. Additionally, the lab is involved in several collaborative projects using Pichia pastoris to express genetically engineered proteins from other organisms. By mentoring research students, our mission in the laboratory is not only to illuminate the mechanism of protein secretion but also to impart an understanding of the process and power of recombinant DNA technology.
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About Joan Lin-Cereghino
Teaching Philosophy
When teaching students either in a lecture class or in the laboratory, I like to create a comfortable and interactive learning environment. I take pride in my students, especially when they learn to use their strengths to gain more knowledge, think critically and do as much good in the world as possible. My teaching emphasizes that fundamental concepts can be applied to solve biological problems and improve peoples' lives.
Research Interests
Research in the Lin-Cereghino Laboratory centers on the use of the methylotrophic yeast, Pichia pastoris, as a host for recombinant protein expression. Currently, the lab focuses on improving secretion of heterologous proteins produced in Pichia pastoris either by generating 'super-secreter' strains or by optimizing the MATalpha secretion leader. Additionally, the lab is involved in several collaborative projects using Pichia pastoris to express genetically engineered proteins from other organisms. By mentoring research students, our mission in the laboratory is not only to illuminate the mechanism of protein secretion but also to impart an understanding of the process and power of recombinant DNA technology.
| August 2020 - Present | Vice Provost for Academic Affairs, University of the Pacific | |
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| September 2011 - Present | Professor, University of the Pacific ‐ College of the Pacific | |
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| August 2018 - August 2020 | Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs, University of the Pacific ‐ Office of the Provost | |
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| July 2017 - July 2018 | Assistant Provost for Diversity, University of the Pacific | |
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| July 2015 - June 2017 | Co-Chair, Biological Sciences, University of the Pacific ‐ College of the Pacific | |
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| July 2012 - June 2015 | Assistant Chair, Biological Sciences, University of the Pacific ‐ College of the Pacific | |
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| September 2006 - August 2011 | Associate Professor, University of the Pacific ‐ College of the Pacific | |
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| August 2000 - September 2006 | Assistant Professor, University of the Pacific ‐ College of the Pacific | |
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Disciplines
Research Interests
Grants
| 2018 - 2022 | Analysis of secretory mechanisms and heterologous proteins in Pichia pastoris |
| National Institutes of Health (NIH) - GM129758-01 | |
| AREA Grant 1R15 | |
| Role: Co-PI | |
| Colleague(s): Andreas Franz and Geoff Lin-Cereghino | |
| $298,426 | |
| 2011 - 2014 | The Molecular Mechanisms and Mechanical Behavior of Spider Glue Silks |
| National Institutes of Health (NIH) - DMR-1105310 | |
| RUI Grant | |
| Role: Co-PI | |
| Colleague(s): Craig Vierra | |
| $320,000 | |
| 2009 - 2013 | Analysis of Protein Secretion in Pichia pastoris |
| National Institutes of Health (NIH) - GM065882-03 | |
| AREA Grant 2R15 | |
| Role: Co-PI | |
| Colleague(s): Geoff Lin-Cereghino | |
| $175,391 | |
| 2006 - 2009 | Analysis of Protein Secretion in Pichia pastoris |
| National Institutes of Health (NIH) - GM065882-02 | |
| AREA Grant 2R15 | |
| Role: Co-PI | |
| Colleague(s): Geoff Lin-Cereghino | |
| $160,000 | |
| 2003 - 2005 | Acquisition of DNA Microarray Technology for Biological Research |
| National Science Foundation (NSF) | |
| Instrument Acquisition Grant | |
| Role: Group member | |
| Colleague(s): Craig Vierra | |
| $66,725 | |
| 2002 - 2005 | Analysis of Protein Secretion in Pichia pastoris |
| National Institutes of Health (NIH) - GM065882-01 | |
| AREA Grant 2R15 | |
| Role: Co-PI | |
| Colleague(s): Geoff Lin-Cereghino | |
| $121,500 |
Professional Service and Affiliations
| 2001 - Present | Associate Editor, Protein Expression and Purification |
Honors and Awards
- Women of Distinction Award-Faculty Category, 2016, University of the Pacific Women’s Resource Center
- Excellence in Undergraduate Research Mentoring Award (shared with G. Lin-Cereghino), 2014, University of the Pacific ($2000)
- Powell Scholar Mentor Award (shared with G. Lin-Cereghino), 2014, University of the Pacific ($1500)
- Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society, 2010
- Thomas J. Long Foundation Core Fellowship in General Education, 2007, University of the Pacific ($5000), awarded for innovative teaching and instructional excellence in Mentor III
- Outstanding Student Organization Co-Advisor of the Year, 2005, University of the Pacific
Courses
- PACS 003 What is an Ethical Life?
- BIOL 145 Microbiology
- BIOL 051 Principles of Biology
| 1992 | Ph.D., Biology, University of California - San Diego | |
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| 1987 | A.B., Molecular Biology, Princeton University | |
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Contact Information
University of the Pacific
3601 Pacific Avenue
Stockton, CA 95211
Phone: (209) 932-3298
Email:
Books and Book Chapters (5)
Book chapters written by Dr. Joan Lin-Cereghino.
Articles (37)
Journal articles written by Dr. Joan Lin-Cereghino.