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Ryan A Harris serves as Associate Professor at Augusta University's Medical College of Georgia with appointments across the Department of Medicine, Population Health Science, Pediatrics, and Physiology. He directs the Laboratory of Integrative Vascular and Exercise Physiology (LIVEP) and holds the title of Associate Director within the Georgia Prevention Institute.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology, Indiana University (2007)
- M.S. in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, California State University (2002)
- B.S. in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, San Diego State University (1999)
Harris's research centers on vascular dysfunction mechanisms in clinical populations including cystic fibrosis, COPD, diabetes, and hypertension. His work investigates endothelial dysfunction through flow-mediated dilation measurements, oxidative stress pathways, and sex-specific responses to vascular stressors. Current projects explore estrogen's cardioprotective role, endothelin receptor function, and vascular impacts of cancer therapies.
His most recent publications reveal emerging trends in cardio-oncology (particularly prostate/breast cancer vascular complications), racial disparities in microvascular function, and novel exercise interventions for cystic fibrosis. Key themes include endothelial dysfunction as a cross-cutting mechanism in chronic diseases, the role of oxidative stress in exercise intolerance, and precision approaches to vascular assessment.
Scientific Awards:
- ACSM Fellowship (2012)
- NIH Loan Repayment Award (2010)
- Exemplary Teaching Awards (2015, 2017)
- Emerging Scientist Award (2014)
- Outstanding Young Faculty Award (2014)
Harris leads multiple NIH-funded projects including R01 mechanisms studying vascular dysfunction in cystic fibrosis and COPD. He mentors graduate students within LIVEP while serving on university committees including the Faculty Senate Executive Committee and NIH PRIDE Mentorship program. His editorial roles span Journal of Applied Physiology and Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise.
The LIVEP laboratory (600 sq ft) houses advanced equipment including GE Logiq ultrasound systems, metabolic carts, and arterial stiffness measurement devices. Current research teams focus on cystic fibrosis vascular function, cancer-related cardiovascular complications, and hypertension mechanisms through the Stress Related Mechanisms of Hypertension Risk program (P01HL069999).
