His laboratory focuses on stem cells, neurodegeneration and RNA, specifically examining different RNA binding proteins and their impact on RNA splicing. RNA binding proteins and RNA splicing are pivotal for gene expression control and protein levels. Before landing in California, Dr. Yeo did his PhD work at MIT in Computational Neuroscience, making him skilled in all those fascinating and intimidating computer algorithms that help analyze piles of scientific data. After receiving his PhD, Dr. Yeo decided that an MBA would be an excellent addition to his training and attended the Rady School of Management at UCSD. He has numerous awards including the Alfred P. Sloan Fellowship and the Crick-Jacobs Junior Fellowship.