Milash Heyn
Contact information
milash.heyn@student.unimelb.edu.au
Level 1, Melbourne Connect (Building 290)
Thesis title
Unlocking next-generation drug-discovery approaches using MD simulations of living cell physiology
Research overview
The Cytoskeleton determines the shapes and sizes of cells in the human body. This research aims to develop a computational framework using coarse-grained and molecular dynamics simulations to model Cytoskeleton remodelling. This framework will simulate key processes like contraction, migration, and adhesion, which are vital for health. By understanding these dynamics, the project seeks to reveal fundamental principles of Cytoskeletal Biology, potentially leading to new drug discovery and improved medical treatments.
Research group
Integrated Computational Materials
Supervisors
Qualifications
B. Sc. (Hons) Computational Physics, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka (2023)