Robert J. S. Reis

Robert J. S. Reis is a Professor at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, affiliated with the College of Medicine and departments of Geriatrics, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, and Pharmacology and Toxicology. His research focuses on the molecular genetics of aging and longevity, particularly through the study of model organisms like C. elegans and mammalian systems.

• Ph.D. in Genetics from the University of Sussex
• B.A. in Biology from Harvard University

Dr. Reis pioneered gene mapping in C. elegans to identify over 27 loci affecting lifespan and stress resistance. His work includes the discovery of the Pirin gene's role in post-menopausal bone loss and the involvement of Rad51 recombinase in cancer progression. Recent research explores how homologous recombination contributes to treatment resistance in myeloma, prostate, and breast cancers.

His publications reveal a consistent focus on aging mechanisms, genetic pathways, and their implications for age-related diseases. While no formal awards are listed, his contributions to aging and cancer genetics are foundational. Dr. Reis operates from the VA Medical Center and collaborates on interdisciplinary projects involving bioinformatics and metabolic profiling.