Guichun Han

Guichun Han, M.D., Ph.D., is a Professor of Physiology at the University of Pikeville. His research focuses on cardiovascular physiology, vascular pharmacology, and estrogen receptor signaling in coronary circulation. He holds a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from Dalian Medical University (China), alongside master's and medical degrees from Chinese institutions.

• Education:
• Doctor of Philosophy, Biochemistry, Dalian Medical University, China
• Master’s Degree, Physiology, Dalian Medical University, China
• Bachelor of Medicine, Inner Mongolia Medical College, China
• Research Highlights: Investigates molecular mechanisms of estrogen receptors in vascular remodeling, hypertension, and coronary artery disease. Explores G protein-coupled estrogen receptor (GPER) signaling pathways and their therapeutic potential.

His publications span estrogen's effects on insulin sensitivity, GPER-mediated vascular relaxation, and androgen receptor roles in prostate cell proliferation. He teaches Human Physiology, Pathophysiology, and Neurophysiology courses.