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Steven L. Salzberg

  • Bloomberg Distinguished Professor

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  • Whiting School of Engineering

Steven Salzberg's research focuses on the development of new computational methods for analysis of DNA from the latest sequencing technologies. Over the years, the Salzberg Lab has developed and applied software to many problems in gene finding, genome assembly, comparative genomics, evolutionary genomics, and sequencing technology.

The lab's current work emphasizes analysis of DNA and RNA sequenced with next-generation technology. Salzberg's blogs and other writings cover topics on the impact of science on society, including the effects of pseudoscience, the problems of alternative medicine, the anti-vaccination movement, gene patents, and the influence of sports on higher education.

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