Lane Smith
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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
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Lane Smith's research focuses on the molecular mechanisms underlying DNA repair and replication, particularly concerning the function of the Human Rev1 protein. Smith's work has investigated how Human Rev1 interacts with specific DNA structures, such as G-quadruplex motifs. Recent publications highlight the role of an insert region unique to higher eukaryotes in mediating selective binding of Human Rev1 to these motifs, suggesting a mechanism for accurate replication of stabilized G-quadruplexes. Smith has collaborated with researchers at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, including Amit Ketkar, Robert L. Eoff, Megan R. Reed, and Leena Maddukuri, on shared publications. Smith's scholarly output includes 7 publications with an h-index of 5 and over 300 citations, with recent activity noted in 2021.
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- h-index: 5
- Publications: 7
- Citations: 305
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