Paige C. Geiger

Paige C. Geiger, Ph.D., is a Professor in the Department of Molecular and Integrative Physiology at the University of Kansas Medical Center within the School of Medicine. Her academic journey includes a BA in Chemistry and English Literature from the University of Kansas (Phi Beta Kappa) and a PhD in Physiology from Mayo Graduate School, followed by postdoctoral training at the University of Florence and Washington University School of Medicine.

• Education:
  • BA, Chemistry and English, University of Kansas
  • PhD, Physiology, Mayo Graduate School
  • Postdoctoral Fellowship, Muscle Biophysics, University of Florence
  • Postdoctoral Fellowship, Muscle Metabolism, Washington University School of Medicine

Dr. Geiger's research focuses on heat shock proteins (HSPs) in metabolic and neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Alzheimer's. She investigates how HSPs regulate proteostasis via extracellular vesicles (EVs) and explores therapeutic applications of heat therapy and exercise in aging populations. Her work bridges molecular physiology with translational medicine.

Scientific Awards:

• National Science Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship

She holds leadership roles in the American Physiological Society and contributes to national and international conferences. Dr. Geiger's research involves collaborations across multiple institutions, including studies on diabetic neuropathy and Parkinson's disease models.