معرفی
Rajiv R. Ratan is a Professor of Neurology and Neuroscience at Weill Cornell Medicine, serving as the Chief Executive Officer of the Burke Neurological Institute and an affiliate Associate Dean. He holds the Burke Professorship and is affiliated with the Brain and Mind Research Institute. His expertise spans neuroprotection, stroke recovery, and neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's.
Education: B.A. in Neuroscience (Magna Cum Laude) from Amherst College (1981), M.D. and Ph.D. from New York University School of Medicine (1988).
Research Interests:
- Neuroprotection mechanisms
- Ferroptosis inhibition and neurodegeneration
- Cognitive resilience in Alzheimer's
- Molecular pathways in stroke recovery
Publications: Recent work focuses on ferroptosis modulation, tau protein's role in neurodegeneration, and microglial signaling. His 2024 studies highlight genetic risk factors in Alzheimer's and novel neuroprotective strategies.
Awards:
- Jay Slotkin Award (research excellence)
- Passano Foundation Clinician Scientist Award
Labs & Collaborations: Directs the Ratan Lab and collaborates with the Cho Lab, Gibson Lab, and Willis Lab on translational neuroscience projects.
