Dr. King's lab focuses on the process of enzyme catalyzed sulfonation in living organisms. We use biochemical, chemical, and molecular modeling experimental approaches to study enzymology and metabolism. Current projects include:

(1) investigating the potential role of monoamine sulfonation in the salivary gland of ticks responsible for transmission of Lyme Disease to humans and animals,

(2) investigating the potential role of human sulfotransferase 4A1 in one or more critical functions of the brain,

(3) investigating modulation of the activity of human sulfotransferase 2A1 in steroid hormone function.

Specific assignment/s would depend upon the interests and skills of the student.