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Philip Haydon is the Annetta and Gustav Grisard Professor of Neuroscience at Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston. His research focuses on astrocyte regulation of synaptic transmission, neuronal circuits, and behavior, with recent emphasis on astrocyte roles in neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer’s. He holds a PhD (1982) and BSc (1979) from the University of Leeds.
Education:
- Doctor of Philosophy, University of Leeds, 1982
- Bachelor of Science, University of Leeds, 1979
Haydon’s lab investigates astrocyte-neuron signaling, tripartite synapse dynamics, and astrocyte contributions to sleep regulation, neurodegeneration, and metabolic control. Key areas include adenosine signaling in Alzheimer’s pathophysiology and astrocytic modulation of synaptic plasticity.
Grants & Funding:
- NIH grants on glial lactate in Alzheimer’s sleep disturbances (2021–2022)
- NIH-funded study of cell-type-specific Alzheimer’s variants using iPSC-derived neural tissue (2020–2025)
- Industry partnerships like GliaCure, Inc. for UDP analog therapies
Recent courses include Graduate Seminar (Tufts University, 2025–present) and specialized topics like Glial-Neuron Interactions and CNS Drug Discovery.
Lab & Future Work:
His lab develops 3D neural tissue models for disease studies and explores astrocyte roles in metabolic disorders. Ongoing projects include mechanosensory signaling in astrocytes and astrocytic regulation of sleep-wake cycles.
