Education
- PhD, 1976, California Institute of Technology
- BS, 1971, Chemistry, Tulane University
Research Summary
We use genetic, biochemical, physiologic, chemical, cellular and molecular biological methods to study cell surface receptor structure and function. We focus on lipoprotein receptors — in particular, the High Density Lipoprotein (HDL) receptor called Scavenger Receptor, Class B, Type I (SR-BI). Our analyses have provided insight into basic biological processes, contributed to our understanding of atherosclerosis and coronary heart disease (CHD) and have uncovered an unexpected connection between cholesterol and mammalian female infertility. No longer accepting new students.Awards
- Tulane University School of Science and Engineering Outstanding Alumnus Award, 2010
- National Academy of Sciences, Member, 2009
- Outstanding Achievement Award for Contributions to Atherosclerosis Research, International Atherosclerosis Society, 2009
- Margaret MacVicar Faculty Fellow, 1993-2003