George Howell III

Dr. George Howell III is an Associate Professor at Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine, affiliated with the Center for Environmental Health Sciences. His research investigates the impact of environmental exposures—particularly persistent organic pollutants and pesticides—on metabolic dysfunction, obesity, and Type 2 diabetes. He employs both in vitro and in vivo models to study mechanisms like lipid accumulation, RAGE signaling, and wound healing impairments in diabetic conditions.

• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Pharmacology/Toxicology, University of Mississippi Medical Center (2007)
• Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Microbiology, Mississippi State University (2000)

Current research focuses on the interplay between pesticide exposure and downstream metabolic diseases, including cardiovascular remodeling, hepatic steatosis, and adipose tissue inflammation. His work also explores how these exposures exacerbate complications in diabetic models.

Recent publications highlight pesticide-induced alterations in lipid metabolism, glucose homeostasis, and immune responses in obesity-diabetes contexts. Articles span journals like Environmental Toxicology, Toxicology in Vitro, and Toxicological Sciences, emphasizing interdisciplinary environmental health research.

He is actively involved in the Center for Environmental Health Sciences, contributing to projects linking environmental toxicants to chronic disease susceptibility. No formal advisees or scientific awards are explicitly listed in the provided materials.