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Martin Kruse is an Associate Professor of Biology and Neuroscience at Bates College, with a focus on phosphoinositide metabolism in neurons. His research explores how phosphatidylinositol 4,5-bisphosphate (PI(4,5)P2) regulates ion channels, neurotransmitter processes, and cellular signaling. He holds a Diploma in Biochemistry from the University of Hamburg (2004), a PhD in Chemistry (2009), and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Washington (2010).
Research Interests: PI(4,5)P2 dynamics, neuronal excitability, mathematical modeling of ion channel regulation, and exocytosis/endocytosis mechanisms. His work combines experimental and computational approaches to study phosphoinositide-dependent processes such as action potential firing and calcium signaling.
Notable Publications: Includes studies on phosphoinositide metabolism in hippocampal neurons, electrophysiological modeling in cardiomyopathy, and collaborative work on TET enzyme inhibitors. His research has been highlighted in Faculty of 1000 reviews for contributions to understanding TRPM4 channel roles in multiple sclerosis and cardiac conduction diseases.
Labs/Teams: Active in Bates’ Neuroscience Program, contributing to interdisciplinary studies on cellular signaling and neurophysiology. Mentors undergraduate researchers in electrophysiology and molecular biology techniques.
