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Dr. Joanne (Jo) Clark-Matott is a Teaching Professor in the Department of Human Evolutionary Biology at Harvard University, located at the Peabody Museum, 5th Floor. Her research focuses on neurodegenerative mechanisms, mitochondrial biology, and cellular stress responses, with particular emphasis on Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease models.
Her work explores topics such as the role of extracellular Hsp90α in neuroprotection, mitochondrial DNA mutations in aging, and biomarkers of disease progression. She employs techniques like metabolomics, biochemical analysis, and mouse models to investigate these areas. Key themes include oxidative stress modulation, drug efficacy (e.g., pioglitazone, rapamycin), and genetic influences on neurodegeneration.
Dr. Clark-Matott’s publications reflect interdisciplinary approaches, combining neurobiology, genetics, and pharmacology to address fundamental questions in neuroprotection and disease modeling. She is affiliated with Harvard’s Faculty of Arts and Sciences and contributes to teaching and research in human evolutionary biology.
While no specific awards are listed, her work demonstrates sustained engagement with high-impact research topics in neuroscience and mitochondrial dysfunction. Her research location at the Peabody Museum underscores collaboration with Harvard’s broader academic and museum networks.
