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Ryan Brandt serves as an Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Biology at Elon University, North Carolina, based in McMichael Science Building, office 224-I.
Education:
- M.S. Biology, Northern Michigan University (2018)
- B.S. Biology/Physiology, Northern Michigan University (2012)
His research centers on brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and its relationship to neuromuscular disease pathology, investigating molecular mechanisms underlying neuromuscular disorders and therapeutic applications of neurotrophins.
Dr. Brandt's publication on BDNF biomarkers in collegiate athletes after mild traumatic brain injury demonstrates how serum measurements can inform concussion management and return-to-play decisions, bridging neuroscience with clinical sports medicine.
He actively participates in departmental initiatives including North Carolina Academy of Sciences events and student STEM success coaching sessions, emphasizing biology education and academic support.
