Susan L. Forsburg
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Susan L. Forsburg is a pioneering molecular biologist whose work has fundamentally shaped our understanding of chromosome dynamics and cell cycle control. Best known for her advocacy and development of the fission yeast *Schizosaccharomyces pombe* as a premier model system, she has illuminated the intricate mechanisms of DNA replication, repair, and checkpoint regulation. Her landmark review, "The best yeast?" (1999, 89 citations), remains a seminal resource that championed *S. pombe*'s unique advantages, catalyzing its widespread adoption in cell biology. Beyond this influential piece, Forsburg’s research has uncovered critical roles for replication proteins in maintaining genomic stability, with her studies on the MCM complex and checkpoint kinases cited thousands of times. She is also a passionate educator and mentor, recognized for her innovative teaching methods and advocacy for open science. Her work has earned her prestigious awards, including the American Society for Cell Biology’s Women in Cell Biology Award, and her contributions continue to inspire a new generation of researchers exploring the fundamental processes of life.
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- 1The best yeast?89 citations · 1999