Associate Professor
University of Georgia - Athens
Interview Questions
About Dr. Walter Schmidt
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How did you get interested in research?
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Why did you decide to move to Georgia?
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How does it feel to be a distinguished GCC Scholar?
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Have you collaborated with other scientists? GCC Scholars?
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How has your past work led to your current research?
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What was your model system?
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What is protein translation?
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What is farnesylation?
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What is the importance of farnesylation?
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What are proteases?
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What role do proteases have in cancer?
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What is the function of RAS in a normal cell? How can it lead to cancer?
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How can the mutation of a RAS molecule be prevented?
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How prevalent are RAS mutations in cancer?
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What is RCE1?
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How does RCE1 inhibit cell growth?
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Which pathways in RAS are you targeting?
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Do RCE1 inhibitors and FTIs have different clinical outcomes?
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What is your future goals for your current research?
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Are students involved in your research?
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Are you working on any other important projects?
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What is your opinion on mentor programs?
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