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Research Interests

Our research is focused on advancing the biochemical characterization and mechanistic understanding of human RNA helicases involved in tumorigenesis-linked RNA processing functions such as alternative splice site selection and genomic maintenance.  Using a combination of single molecule fluorescence microscopy and ensemble biophysical techniques, we seek to characterize the kinetic and thermodynamic mechanisms that drive the RNA helicase functions of wild type and disease variants. 

We are recruiting graduate students for Fall 2026!

If you’re interested in our work, please contact eduran@uab.edu

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  • Welcome to the lab Abbey!
    I’m thrilled to announce that Abbey Bold has decided to join the Duran Lab as a graduate student. Welcome Abbey! We’re so excited to have you join the team!
  • Duran Lab Pumpkin Carving 2025
    Had a blast carving pumpkins on Halloween week! Which pumpkin is the spookiest?
  • Duran lab Fall fun at the Great Pumpkin Patch
    The lab visits the Great Pumpkin Patch in Hayden, AL to pick out pumpkins for the annual lab pumpkin carving. We tried fried pies, boiled peanus (only Emma is a hard fan of these), and rode on a trackor ride to pick out pumpkins from the patch. So fun!