Tim Cheek

Dr. Tim Cheek is a researcher at Newcastle University specializing in cellular and molecular mechanisms of calcium signaling. His work spans neurobiology, physiology, and structural biology, focusing on calcium homeostasis in neuroblastoma cells, gap junction dynamics, and amino acid transport systems.

Research Interests: Tim Cheek’s research explores calcium signaling pathways, particularly store-operated and caffeine-sensitive calcium entry in neuronal and epithelial models. He investigates how cellular differentiation (via retinoic acid) and contextual factors modulate ion transport mechanisms, with applications in cancer biology and novel pest control strategies.

Publication Trends: His recent work (2010–2021) addresses calcium waves in wound healing and TGF-β3-induced stromal remodeling. Earlier studies (2002–2008) focus on neuroblastoma differentiation, ryanodine receptors, and metal cofactor binding in protein folding. Collaborations span departments including neuroscience, urology, and molecular pharmacology.