David L. Daleke

David L. Daleke is a distinguished Professor of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology & Pharmacology at Indiana University Bloomington School of Medicine, with an adjunct appointment in the Department of Biology within the College of Arts and Sciences. He holds significant administrative leadership positions as Vice Provost for Graduate Education and Health Sciences and Dean of the IU Bloomington Graduate School, overseeing graduate education across the university.

Dr. Daleke's research focuses on membrane biology, particularly phospholipid transport and asymmetry in cell membranes. His work centers on phospholipid flippases - ATP-dependent transporters that maintain membrane asymmetry, especially in erythrocytes (red blood cells). His investigations examine how these transporters recognize substrates, how they're regulated by lipids, and the implications for cellular function and disease processes.

Analysis of his publication record spanning from 1990 to 2019 reveals consistent contributions to understanding membrane phospholipid dynamics, with particular emphasis on phosphatidylserine transport mechanisms. His work combines biochemical, biophysical, and cell biological approaches to elucidate fundamental processes critical for normal cellular function.

Dr. Daleke has published in leading journals including Journal of Biological Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Journal of Lipid Research, with numerous review articles that have helped shape the field's understanding of membrane transport mechanisms.

As an academic leader, Dr. Daleke bridges fundamental research with graduate education administration, bringing his scientific expertise to shape training programs for the next generation of researchers across multiple disciplines at Indiana University.