Ru L. Bryan
Ru L. Bryan
Credentials:
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PhD.
Current Position(s):
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Research Health Science Specialist, VASDHS
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Professor, Div. of Rheumatology, Allergy and Immunology, Dept. of Medicine, UCSD
Personal Statement:
Dr. Ru Bryan, Ph.D. is investigating molecular mechanisms of pathogenesis of osteoarthritis and gouty inflammation with a focus on innate immunity, immune-metabolism and cell signaling. His lab is currently exploring the potential of modulating activity of AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK), a nutritional and metabolic energy sensor, as a therapeutic strategy for osteoarthritis and gout.
Professional History:
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Research Health Science Specialist, VASDHS, 2014-Present
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Research Scientist, VMRF, 1997-Present
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Professor, Department of Medicine, UCSD, 2016-Present
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Associate Professor, Department of Medicine, UCSD, 2010-2016
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Associate Project Scientist, Department of Medicine, UCSD, 2007-2010
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Assistant Research Scientist, Department of Medicine, UCSD, 1999-2007
Education:
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Post-doctoral training in molecular and cell biology, Burnham Institute, La Jolla, 1995-1997
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Post-doctoral training, in molecular and cell biology, University of Cambridge, UK, 1992-1995
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Ph.D, molecular biology/biochemistry, Imperial College of London, UK, 1991
Honors/Awards:
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Medicine Education and Research Foundation Scholarship, School of Medicine, UCSD, 2000-2002
National/Global Website: National Center for Biotechnology Information