Department of Anatomy, University of Otago - Associate Professor Greg Jones

Brief Description of Research

The pathophysiology of vascular diseases, in particular the genetic basis of early arterial disease.

Research Interests

Associate Professor Jones’ research group (The Vascular Research Group) has a broad range of interests in the field of vascular biology, including vascular connective tissue biology and the genetic basis of human vascular disease. The group’s research has strong clinical emphasis.

The group has previously identified early structural defects that appear to localise the development of arterial lesions, such as those which cause heart attacks. Moreover they have identified vascular disease genetic markers in both animal models and human populations.

The Vascular Research Group has three main areas of research focus:
1.    The early (morphological) features of human arterial disease.
2.    Genes associated with the initiation and progression of vascular diseases.
3.    The pathobiology of lower limb venous disease, including varicose veins, venous ulcers and post-operative recurrence.

The techniques used in the Vascular Research Group include whole genome scanning, proteomics, and immunohistochemistry.

The group is currently funded by the Health Research Council of New Zealand.

Publications

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Departmental Seminar

Tuesday 28 May 2013
Time: 1-2pm
Venue: D’Ath Lecture Theatre, First Floor, Hercus Building

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