Andrew Marks
Andrew Marks
Andrew Marks is a prominent American cardiologist and biomedical researcher. He is best known for his pioneering work in the field of calcium signaling and its implications for cardiovascular disease and muscular dystrophy. Marks is a professor at Columbia University and serves as the Chair of the Department of Physiology and Cellular Biophysics.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Andrew Marks was born in New York City. He completed his undergraduate studies at Columbia University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology. He then attended Harvard Medical School, where he received his M.D. degree.
Career[edit | edit source]
After completing his medical degree, Marks pursued a residency in Internal Medicine at the Massachusetts General Hospital. He then completed a fellowship in Cardiology at Brigham and Women's Hospital. Following his training, Marks joined the faculty at Columbia University.
Research[edit | edit source]
Marks' research has significantly advanced the understanding of calcium signaling in cardiac muscle and skeletal muscle. His work has elucidated the role of the ryanodine receptor in heart failure and muscular dystrophy. Marks discovered that abnormal calcium release through defective ryanodine receptors contributes to these diseases, leading to the development of potential therapeutic interventions.
Awards and Honors[edit | edit source]
Andrew Marks has received numerous awards for his contributions to biomedical research, including the National Institutes of Health (NIH) MERIT Award and the American Heart Association's Basic Research Prize. He is also a member of the National Academy of Sciences and the Institute of Medicine.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Marks resides in New York City with his family. He is actively involved in various professional organizations and continues to mentor young scientists and physicians.
Selected Publications[edit | edit source]
- Marks, A. R., et al. "Role of the ryanodine receptor in heart failure and muscular dystrophy." Journal of Clinical Investigation.
- Marks, A. R., et al. "Calcium signaling in cardiac and skeletal muscle." Circulation Research.
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