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Donald R. Matteson, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmacology & Physiology at the University of Maryland, Baltimore School of Medicine. He concurrently serves as Assistant Dean for Student Research Education & Dual Degree Programs and Director of Student Research Education and Dual Degree Programs.
His academic credentials include:
- B.S. from M.I.T., Cambridge, MA
- Ph.D. from S.U.N.Y. Syracuse, Syracuse, NY
- Postdoctoral training at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Matteson's research investigates ion channel physiology in vascular smooth muscle and neurons, with emphasis on voltage-gated sodium channels, L-type calcium channels, and Na+/Ca2+ exchangers in blood pressure regulation. His work has direct implications for hypertension therapeutics. As a medical educator, he developed the Foundations of Research and Critical Thinking course and co-authored the textbook 'Cellular Physiology and Neurophysiology'.
Publication analysis (1994-2010) reveals progression from neurophysiology (scorpion toxin studies on neuronal K+ channels) to cardiovascular mechanisms, with recent work using genetic knockouts to dissect ion transporter roles in vascular function. Key methodologies include electrophysiology and molecular modeling.
Scientific Awards:
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Matteson oversees mandatory scholarly projects for all medical students and directs MD/MS dual degree programs. He serves as Course Director for Functional Systems (physiology), Core Course (Mechanisms in Biomedical Sciences), and Pathophysiology and Therapeutics, demonstrating significant educational leadership despite unspecified grant details.
His research operates within the Department of Pharmacology & Physiology, focusing on molecular mechanisms of ion transport in vascular tissues through collaborative projects with the Blaustein laboratory.
