Carla Mattos

For being at the forefront of research in structural biology, using a novel method of multiple-solvent crystal structures to identify functional parts within proteins. Her quantitative approaches merge physical science with biology. Her teaching activities include mentoring undergraduates and underserved minority students, while fostering diversity within and beyond the academic community. Her courses for undergraduates and graduates incorporate student research experiences on Mattos? concepts of model building and refinement of crystal structures