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Suresh Mathews is Interim Dean, Professor, and Chair of the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics at Samford University's School of Public Health. He holds a PhD in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Madras and has held academic positions at Auburn University, Wayne State University School of Medicine, and Tamil Nadu Agricultural University. He is a Fellow of the American College of Nutrition and the Indian Chemical Society.
His research focuses on the molecular mechanisms of insulin resistance in obesity and type 2 diabetes, with a pioneering emphasis on fetuin-A and its phosphorylated form as key regulators. He also investigates the antidiabetic effects of plant bioactives such as curcumin, pterostilbene, resveratrol, and extracts from holy basil, serviceberry, and Tridax procumbens. His work integrates clinical, biochemical, and nutritional approaches to disease prevention.
Dr. Mathews has authored over 130 peer-reviewed publications and secured grants from the American Diabetes Association and USDA. His recent articles reflect a strong trend in understanding fetuin-A dynamics, exercise and metabolic responses, and the role of natural compounds in glucose metabolism and insulin sensitivity.
- Outstanding Scholarship Award, School of Public Health, 2024
- Commencement speaker, Samford University, 2023
- USDA-NIFA Grant Panel Manager (2015, 2021–2022)
- Fellow, American College of Nutrition (2014)
- Fellow, Indian Chemical Society (1991)
Dr. Mathews has mentored numerous students, many of whom are co-authors on his publications, particularly at graduate and research levels. He has received research funding from the American Diabetes Association and USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture. He serves on the editorial boards of several journals and as a reviewer for national and international funding agencies. He is also active in community service, serving on the Board of the Community Foodbank of Central Alabama and as Missions Coordinator for the MOWA-Choctaw Native American Youth Mission.
He leads active research on molecular regulation of fetuin-A and the health benefits of plant-based compounds, contributing significantly to both academic and community health initiatives.
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