Yannick Marchalant

Dr. Yannick Marchalant serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Central Michigan University (CMU), a position he has held since 2014. His academic journey includes foundational postdoctoral training at the University of Arizona and The Ohio State University (2004-2008), a Research Assistant Professor role at Ohio State (2008-2010), and faculty appointments at Aix-Marseille University in France (2010-2014). With over 15 years of dedicated research in neurodegenerative disorders, he brings international perspective to CMU's neuroscience community.

His Ph.D. from the University of Caen, France (2004) launched a career focused on Alzheimer's disease mechanisms. Dr. Marchalant's research program investigates neuroinflammatory processes in brain aging, with particular emphasis on microglial priming in pre-symptomatic Alzheimer's, systemic inflammation's role in disease progression, and therapeutic interventions targeting the endocannabinoid system. Current projects leverage the 5xFAD mouse model and aged rat studies, often in collaboration with CMU colleagues Dr. Kevin Park and Dr. Naveen Sharma, as well as Dr. Dave Morgan at Michigan State University.

Analysis of his 2014-2019 publications reveals consistent focus on molecular Alzheimer's mechanisms, particularly amyloid-beta regulation through matrix metalloproteinases (MT5-MMP, MT1-MMP) and sexual dimorphism in pathology. His work bridges fundamental neuroinflammation research with translational applications, including dietary interventions like Krill Oil. Key trends show increasing collaboration intensity and methodological sophistication across publications.

Dr. Marchalant actively mentors undergraduate researchers at CMU, providing hands-on experience in neuroscience techniques. His laboratory environment emphasizes collaborative problem-solving and technical skill development. While specific grant details aren't publicized, his sustained project portfolio indicates robust research funding supporting both equipment access and student involvement opportunities.