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Dr. Prasanth Puthanveetil, Associate Professor of Pharmacology at Midwestern University, focuses on cardiovascular science and metabolic signaling under stress conditions. His affiliations span the College of Graduate Studies, College of Pharmacy, and Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine.
- Ph.D., University of British Columbia (2012)
- M.Sc., University of British Columbia (2008)
- Postdoctoral training at University of Michigan–Ann Arbor and Western University
His research investigates glucocorticoid-induced cardiac metabolic dysregulation and FoxO1 signaling in cardiometabolic diseases. Key projects include:
- Mechanisms of glucocorticoid activation of FoxO1-PDK4 pathways in cardiac glycogen accumulation
- Role of FoxO1-iNOS-CD36 axis in lipid-induced oxidative stress and mitochondrial dysfunction
- Potential of miR-133a and flavonoids (apigenin/chrysin) as cardiorenal therapeutics
Recent publications highlight metabolomics-driven drug discovery and PARP1-FoxO1 interplay in SARS-CoV-2 pathophysiology. Teaching activities include directing Pharmacology II courses (PHARD 0585, 0595, 0995) and mentoring student research through IL-MABS/MBS programs. Recognized by Faculty of 1000 Prime and invited to write reviews in Cardiovascular Research.
