Overview
I am interested in developing approaches to derive biological insight from multi-omics and biological "big" data. My areas of research include metabolic diseases like atypical diabetes, exercise, and calorie restriction. In addition to my research program, I also teach an undergraduate course called "Digital Intelligence" (https://scholars.duke.edu/course/SCISOC256) which introduces students to ethical, social, and technical aspects of emerging technologies like so-called "AI". Finally, I run an annual Ph.D. Computational Summer Fellowship through the Center for Computational Thinking (https://computationalthinking.duke.edu/phd-computational-fellowship/).
Current Appointments & Affiliations
Assistant Professor of Medicine
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2021 - Present
Medicine, Endocrinology, Metabolism, and Nutrition,
Medicine
Member of Duke Molecular Physiology Institute
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2021 - Present
Duke Molecular Physiology Institute,
Institutes and Centers
Recent Publications
Phosphoproteomics Modifications in Women with Rheumatoid Arthritis─Application of Web-Based Software to Enhance Data Visualization.
Journal Article J Proteome Res · September 5, 2025 Individuals with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are at increased risk of functional disability, cardiovascular disease, and obesity, all of which are influenced by dysregulated skeletal muscle. This pilot study aims to identify phosphoproteomics changes in RA s ... Full text Link to item Citeβ Cell Gαs signaling is critical for physiological and pharmacological enhancement of insulin secretion.
Journal Article J Clin Invest · August 15, 2025 The incretin peptides glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide and glucagon-like peptide-1 receptors coordinate β cell secretion that is proportional to nutrient intake. This effect permits consistent and restricted glucose excursions across a range of ... Full text Link to item CiteRecent Grants
Correction of Immune Response Improves Aged Fracture Healing
ResearchResearch Associate · Awarded by National Institutes of Health · 2020 - 2023Sfrp2 and Cardiac Progenitor Cells in Regenerative Response to Ischemic Injury
ResearchResearch Associate · Awarded by National Institutes of Health · 2005 - 2016View All Grants
Education, Training & Certifications
University of Oxford (United Kingdom) ·
2011
D.Phil.