Joseph D. Etlinger

Joseph D. Etlinger, Ph.D. is a Professor in the Department of Cell Biology and Anatomy at New York Medical College's School of Medicine. His career spans groundbreaking discoveries in skeletal muscle biology and proteasome/ubiquitin systems, with key contributions to understanding spinal cord injury recovery and pulmonary hypertension. He collaborates with institutions like NIH and NASA as a Principal Investigator.

• Education: B.S. in Physics (Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute), Ph.D. in Biophysics (University of Chicago), Postdoctoral Fellowship in Physiology and Biochemistry (Harvard Medical School).

Research Focus includes:

• Molecular mechanisms of skeletal muscle growth and atrophy
• Role of proteasomes and ubiquitin in erythroid/muscle cells
• Therapeutic interventions for spinal cord injury (e.g., beta-agonists, x-irradiation)
• Pathogenesis of pulmonary hypertension

Recent Publications (2024-1991) highlight advancements in:

• Neuroprotection via superoxide dismutase mimetics (Tempol)
• Polyol pathway in locomotor recovery
• Biomolecular condensates in cell biology
• SMURF1's role in BMP signaling
• Beta-agonist therapies for muscle disorders

Scientific Awards:

• Established Investigator, American Heart Association
• Irma T. Hirschl Award
• NIH/NASA/MDA Research grants

Teaching includes Medical Cell Biology and Anatomy, Graduate Histology, and Dental Histology. His work bridges fundamental research and translational applications, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration.