Patrick Cadet

Patrick Cadet is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at SUNY College at Old Westbury. He serves as Director of the NRI and Co-director of CSTEP & LSAMP. His research focuses on neuroimmunology, opioid signaling pathways, and nitric oxide biology. Cadet holds a Ph.D. in Virology/Immunology from the University of Texas Medical Branch (1995), and has conducted post-doctoral research in microbiology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. His work explores endogenous morphine systems, environmental toxin impacts on health, and the molecular mechanisms linking stress, immunity, and disease. Notable contributions include studies on morphine’s role in immune modulation, nitric oxide’s anti-inflammatory effects, and the evolutionary conservation of opioid signaling across species.

Education:

• Post-doctoral Research, Microbiology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center
• Ph.D., Virology/Immunology, University of Texas Medical Branch
• M.A., Biology, Hofstra University
• B.S., Biology, SUNY College at Old Westbury

Research Interests: Cadet’s work integrates immunology, neuroscience, and environmental health. Key areas include:

• Endogenous opioid systems and their roles in inflammation, pain, and cancer.
• Nitric oxide’s dual functions in immune regulation and disease pathology.
• Environmental toxins (e.g., lead, nonylphenol) and their impacts on neurodevelopment and immunity.
• Evolutionary conservation of morphine signaling pathways across invertebrate and vertebrate species.

Grants & Awards: While specific grants are not listed, his consistent publication record indicates sustained research funding. His contributions to understanding morphine’s biological roles have influenced both basic science and translational medicine.

Labs/Teams: Leads research teams at SUNY Old Westbury focusing on immunology, neuroendocrinology, and environmental toxicology. Collaborates with institutions like Vanderbilt and the University of Texas on multi-disciplinary projects.