Joseph Metzger

Joseph Metzger is a Professor and Department Head/Chair of the Department of Integrative Biology and Physiology at the University of Minnesota's College of Biological Sciences. His research focuses on cardiac muscle function in both normal and diseased states, with an emphasis on translating basic science discoveries into therapeutic strategies for inherited and acquired heart diseases.

The Metzger Lab operates under guiding principles of respect, collaboration, and scientific excellence, maintaining a collegial and safe environment for researchers. Projects prioritize individual initiative while fostering teamwork to address fundamental questions in cardiovascular physiology and molecular biology.