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Professor Walter C. Prozialeck is a distinguished academic at Midwestern University, serving in the Department of Pharmacology across multiple schools including the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM), College of Pharmacy, College of Dental Medicine-Illinois, and College of Graduate Studies - Illinois. He holds a Ph.D. in Pharmacology from Thomas Jefferson University (1978) and a B.S. from Juniata College (1974).
Dr. Prozialeck's research spans 35 years of cadmium toxicology, focusing on mechanisms of nephrotoxicity, microRNA expression, and biomarker development. He also investigates vancomycin pharmacokinetics and herbal medications like kratom and marijuana, contributing to drug policy discussions. His work has secured over $3.0 million in NIH funding.
Recent publications highlight his expertise in cadmium-induced kidney injury biomarkers (e.g., Kim-1, cystatin C), microRNA alterations, and vascular toxicity. He has authored over 100 papers and book chapters.
- Career Achievement Award, Metals Specialty Section of Society of Toxicology (2021)
Dr. Prozialeck teaches Pharmacology to medical, pharmacy, optometry, dental, and allied health students, and lectures in CME programs. He has held leadership roles including President of the Great Lakes Chapter of ASPET and Midwest Regional Chapter of the Society of Toxicology.
