Eric Verdin
American physician and scientist
Eric Verdin is a prominent American physician and scientist known for his research in the fields of aging, immunology, and metabolism. He is the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Buck Institute for Research on Aging, a leading independent biomedical research institute focused on aging and age-related diseases.
Early life and education[edit | edit source]
Eric Verdin was born in Belgium and completed his medical degree at the University of Liège. He pursued further training in immunology and virology at the Pasteur Institute in Paris, where he developed a strong foundation in the study of infectious diseases and the immune system.
Career[edit | edit source]
After completing his training, Verdin moved to the United States to further his research career. He held positions at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Gladstone Institutes, where he made significant contributions to the understanding of HIV latency and the role of histone deacetylases (HDACs) in gene expression.
In 2016, Verdin was appointed as the President and CEO of the Buck Institute for Research on Aging. Under his leadership, the institute has expanded its research programs and collaborations, focusing on the molecular mechanisms of aging and the development of interventions to extend healthspan.
Research[edit | edit source]
Verdin's research has primarily focused on the role of sirtuins, a family of proteins involved in cellular regulation, in aging and metabolism. His work has elucidated how sirtuins influence mitochondrial function, inflammation, and metabolic pathways, contributing to our understanding of how these processes affect aging and age-related diseases.
He has also explored the impact of caloric restriction and ketogenic diets on aging, demonstrating how these dietary interventions can modulate metabolic pathways and potentially extend lifespan.
Awards and honors[edit | edit source]
Eric Verdin has received numerous awards for his contributions to science, including recognition from the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) and the American Society for Clinical Investigation (ASCI). His work has been widely published in leading scientific journals, and he is a sought-after speaker at international conferences on aging and metabolism.
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