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Robin White is a Professor in the Department of Biology at Westfield State University, where they joined in 2013. Their research focuses on astrocyte biology, neuronal survival after trauma, and the neuroprotective effects of ketogenic diets. They teach courses ranging from foundational biology to advanced seminars in organismal neurobiology and genetic cloning research.
- B.S. in Psychology, Texas Lutheran University
- B.A. in Mathematics, Texas Lutheran University
- Ph.D. in Neuroscience, The Ohio State University
- Postdoctoral Fellowship, Stanford University
Research interests center on astrocyte modulation in neurotrauma, ketogenic diet mechanisms, and microRNA regulation in cerebral ischemia. Their work addresses how astrocytes can be manipulated to promote neuronal survival post-injury and examines metabolic interventions for neuroprotection.
Recent publications (2012–2023) highlight studies on microRNA roles in stroke, astrocyte reactivity, and metabolic therapies. Collaborations with institutions like Stanford and Ohio State underscore their interdisciplinary approach. Students are encouraged to engage in hands-on neuroscience research at Westfield.
Their scientific outreach includes a 2011 press release on transforming astrocytes post-spinal cord injury, featured in OSU Medical Center and healthcanal.com, demonstrating translational impact.
